Friday, May 28, 2010

Care beyond respect.

Few updates.
1. I got my computer back (YAY!)
2. I got an external hard disk
3. Im stuck on the island for 10 days starting Monday, so no post next weekend ):

So in camp i found a huge huge problem with myself.

I love my friends. They are the essence of my life, the reason for my living. There is no greater joy than to spend time with my friends. What is the point of having shit load of time, money or anything without having friends? It isn't fun playing games with yourself, shopping with yourself, eating with yourself.

Friends being so important, i care very much about them. It really sucks to see your friend hurt, physically, mentally or emotionally. As much as possible I try to make everyone around me feel as good as I can make them feel, and i look out for them as much as I can. Its just sometimes (many times rather), my care goes beyond respect.

Care beyond respect is like your mum insisting to hold your hand to cross the road so that you won't fall while crossing. Its like your dad stalking you while you're on the phone or on a date. Its like insisting to help your friend even when they strongly do not want to. I always fall into this trap.

Early this week, one of my buddy was vomitting in the washroom. He said he was okay and wanted to push on for the activities but i had a strong urge to sound off to the commanders in-charge. I constantly have trouble balancing Care and Respect for a friend.

Tell me how.

Random: 1st coy!

1 comment:

  1. Haha. Typical gung-ho person, your friend. I guess if I were me in that situation I would've let him continue but I'd watch out for him sharply.

    If he showed any signs of dizziness or the usual stuff I'd sound off to the commanders and make sure he gets medical attention whether he liked it or not.

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