How To Overcome Bad Habits Judge Other People

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JAKARTA - Many of us are easy to judge others without realizing this habit. Maybe you feel comfortable if you assume that you know everything, for example you know how everyone should look, think, and behave. However, remember that an easy attitude to judge can be an obstacle when you want to get to know new friends or do new things.

The good news is, you can get rid of this habit by changing your mindset, expanding your insights, and having an open mind. VOI launched Inspiring Tips, Wednesday, November 2, sharing further tips in order to overcome other people's judging habits.

Everyone has flaws and has done something wrong. So, don't immediately judge other people when they appear to be wrong in front of you. Understand that like them, you also have flaws and certainly don't want to be judged the way you judge them.

Instead of looking for other people's shortcomings, focus on finding shortcomings in yourself. This introspection activity aims to find your weaknesses and make yourself even better. Instead of spending time criticizing others, concentrate on your personal development.

Everyone is a unique person with different talents, skills, personalities, and life experiences. In addition, they are formed by parenting when they grow up, the treatment they receive, and the conditions of their respective lives. When you want to get to know someone, imagine you in the same situation. Even if you don't make the same decisions, rest assured of the fact that he has the right to make his own decisions.

Instead of criticizing others for their shortcomings, try to set steps to help. For example, if your partner, friend, or family member is deemed far from your expectations then, give them support rather than judge their actions. Help them overcome these weaknesses. In addition to empathy, also show affection by helping them find a solution.

Courting others is draining your time, energy, and productivity. So you lose time for studies, careers, or business. Don't sacrifice your time for bad habits just to get comfort or entertainment. Remember that the judgment made can also be brought back to you someday. Therefore, use your time and energy wisely.

Respect the good things in your life, especially the people who have helped you so that you have been able to achieve achievements to this day. Respect it because you have friends, family, good health, opportunities, relationships, and are also grateful for the experience of life that you grew up in. Respect the fact that everyone doesn't necessarily have the kindness you have. So, you are unfair when judging others for different lives.