In Indonesian, a proverb says, “The taller the tree, the stronger the wind blows.”
This means that the older you are, the more trials you have, or the higher your position, the more complicated the problems that come.
Not all chaos is caused by someone’s carelessness. You may be shocked when suddenly your boss accuses you of being incompetent without reason. In such a situation, you may panic and try to defend yourself. However, nothing can be done to repair your good name if he trusts other sources more.
I have experienced and finally learned from several incidents that made me chaotic.
When my mind feels chaotic, I prefer to go home and find calm. I usually take a short nap, eat something warm like soup, or tidy up my room and avoid talking to anyone during that time. Alhamdulillah, I can still sleep even when facing clutter, as if I have just completed a tiring task.
Discussing the chaos at my office with my husband can be unproductive. He often gets angry and encourages me to confront the situation or seek revenge on the person causing my distress. Observing his anger has prompted me to reflect on my own reactions. As a result, I have gradually become calmer and have started to reduce the chaos within myself.
Recently, I have avoided interactions with those who have created chaos in my work life. I prefer to spend more time in my small garden. Experts say that direct contact with nature can help release negative energy from the body.
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