Not Bullying Others, but Helping Them, Part 4 (TMF:2276)

Monday, January 29, 2024
Peace to Live By: Not Bullying Others, but Helping Them, Part 4 (TMF:2276) - Daniel Litton
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       I don’t care how good of a reputation he had had, for me he was too pushy, and he ended up not getting any more of my business as a result. I am a firm believer in that the more a group jokes, the more something is wrong. There shouldn’t be a need for excessive joking, even good natured joking. If you’re part of a Bible study that is full of joking, then something is wrong. Sure, you can a little bit, but excessive joking means the group is trying to ward off an ‘uncomfortable’ vibe for some reason. This can be the result of self-righteousness or pride in the air. It can the result of people in the group feeling inferior, and not having enough self-worth. But joking or teasing should never get to the point of bullying. If the person doesn’t take well to your joke, note that and don’t do it again. Don’t become a harasser. By avoiding treating others wrong, you only help yourself to feel good. And by stepping in when someone else is doing wrong, you can bring peace to a potentially bad situation.