We can react to our emotions or the evidence presented and found; understanding the truth about something doesn't always make it easier to respond or react.
Life and Time are rare and irreplaceable treasures; to squander even a moment is a quiet tragedy. Just as we guard our own hours from being wasted, we must hold the lives and days of others in sacred regard.
When we say that we care, what do we actually mean, and what do we actually do about it? If everyone else is always doing the inviting and starting, what do we bring to the table?
We all want to be understood, and we want people to care about our feelings and what matters to us. If we are being honest, are we providing that same consideration to those we care about and care about us?
People are different, even the people you choose to share your world with. If you are not willing to modify some opinions, some activities, or some choices, maybe you need to change the people you say you care about.
If you are not accessible to the people you choose to spend time with, then what is the point? Is spending time together really such an effort or a sacrifice?
If you want credit in any relationship, grade yourself in these areas and see where you reside: Accessibility, Adaptability, Empathy, and Initiative. If you don't score high, you may have no score at all.
We never know when we are going to meet new people or how they will influence our lives; we can only hope that the people we interact with have a positive impact.
We should always try to do our best and to treat others as we want to be treated; however, knowing the right precepts and performing those actions are rarely seen.