My colleague "Jamie" has recently been challenging and subtly belittling me in a variety of areas (my computer programming technique, my data collection methods, my grammar, etc.). There is a great temptation for me to be spiteful towards him. But I instead resolve
(1) I will stand up for myself when it is necessary for the good of the project or to defend my good name. But otherwise, I will accept criticism quietly.
(2) I will be grateful for others' encouragement when they observe Jamie's tactics. But I will not complain about him in their presence.
(3) I will try to keep a light-hearted attitude as I interact with Jamie and other colleagues. But I will not fight scathing or cynical sarcasm with sarcasm of my own.
May all those saints who grew through patience with those around them please pray for us!
(1) I will stand up for myself when it is necessary for the good of the project or to defend my good name. But otherwise, I will accept criticism quietly.
(2) I will be grateful for others' encouragement when they observe Jamie's tactics. But I will not complain about him in their presence.
(3) I will try to keep a light-hearted attitude as I interact with Jamie and other colleagues. But I will not fight scathing or cynical sarcasm with sarcasm of my own.
May all those saints who grew through patience with those around them please pray for us!
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