As we are constantly shifting and growing, I am finding that there are a lot of things in my life I tolerate that drain me. Getting rid of some of these things is lifting a heavy weight... For example, I have been making dinner AND cleaning it up. My daughter helps me cook. Then everyone walks away after putting their dish in the sink. No offer to clean dishes. "When did this happen?" When I allowed it! So last night, I finished my plate and said "since the girls cooked the boys are cleaning right?" I got a smirk, a roll of the eyes, and they got to work while I read to a book. Sometimes all I have to do is open my mouth. It is less work than carrying an angry grudge. What do you need to stop tolerating today?

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