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Among the many types of “difficult” people you will inevitably face in your life are the bossy ones.
These are people who, for no other reason than they want to, tell you what you should be doing with your life, how you should be doing it and --
Everyone’s favorite -- what you shouldn’t have done already.
The thing about bossy people, though, is that they think they’re doing you a favor. Your mother, for instance, simply must tell you to wash your hands (even though you’re nearly 40 years old) because she can’t bear to let you walk around with germs on them. Your spouse, meanwhile, may try to boss you around in the backyard because he or she is sure you’ll pull out the tomato plant instead of the milkweed. The potential catastrophes are simply too great to not lend these pearls of wisdom.
To the recipient, of course, being bossed around can be downright maddening, particularly when it’s coming from someone who is probably better off minding their own business. However, you don’t have to let bossy people get the better of you.
How to Handle Bossy People (in a Kind and Healthy Way)
Because nobody likes being bossed around or controlled, you may be tempted to confront the bossy person in an accusatory way, which will surely escalate the situation and leave you with nothing but more strife. So the next time you find yourself with a bossy, controlling person, use these tips to handle the situation with eloquence, class and a positive outcome for you.
1. Confront the person in an appreciative way. You certainly should address a bossy person’s offensive behavior, but you must do so gently. Start out by showing your appreciation, then stating that you’re happy doing things your own way. (Try, “I appreciate that you’re trying to help me do the dishes more effectively, but I prefer to use the sponge, not the dish rag.”)
2. Release your frustrations. Being bossed around can bring up many negative feelings, including anger, frustration, anxiety and even a loss of self-esteem. The last thing you want to do is internalize these feelings and create an unnecessary source of stress in your life. An ideal tool you can use to release these negative emotions simply, quickly and for good.
3. Stand your ground. While realizing that most bossy people do have good intentions, you should make it clear to him or her that you have no intention of changing your behaviors. It may be that the person continues to try and control you, but it’s also possible that, upon seeing your confidence, he or she will eventually back down and leave you be. Again, this should be done in a kind, not accusatory, way. (Such as, “Mom, I do so many things around the house the way you do, but when it comes to making salad, I like to cut the tomatoes in quarters, not slices.”)
4. Give them a taste of their own medicine. Sometimes bossy people may not realize how offensive their remarks can be … until they experience it themselves. Next time someone tries bossing you around, experiment with being bossy in return. It may just help to curb the behavior altogether. For instance, if a bossy friend tells you how to get your hair cut, tell them your opinion about how they should be cutting theirs. Just be careful not to go overboard with this and become a bossy person yourself!
The Psychological Dynamics That Fuel a Control Freak
http://www.ec-online.net/Knowledge/Articles/control.htmlAmong the many types of “difficult” people you will inevitably face in... more
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“Krupp and Horn have turned the doom and gloom of global warming on its head. Earth: The Sequel makes it crystal clear that we can build a low-carbon economy while unleashing American entrepreneurs to save the planet, putting optimism back into the environmental story.”
http://earththesequel.edf.org/“Krupp and Horn have turned the doom and gloom of global warming on its head.... more
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Western guys looking for Eastern romance and now that their holidays were over, her "boyfriends" were back home at work, dreaming of the month or two they’d spent in Thai heaven. They’d be coming back as soon as they could afford it — if their "girlfriend" didn’t drain their bank accounts dry in the meantime.
Disappointment Awaits Men Seeking Foreign Brides Online
http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/08/love_abroad.htmlWestern guys looking for Eastern romance and now that their holidays were over, her... more
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A Jamaican Conversation
"Bredrin, wa gwaan?"
"Bwai, ya done know seh mi deya gwaan easy."
"Yes I, a so it go still. Not 'n na gwaan, but we a keep di faith, nuh true?"
"True. How de pickney dem stay?"
"Bwai, dem aright. One a dem wan tun DJ an bus. Nex one wan go a foreign an bus. A try mia try reason with dem still."
"Yeh man, a so pickney stay fi real. Dem fi know seh every mickle mek a muckle."
"True. Mi deh pon haste, ya hear? A faawod mi a faawod."
"Yeh man, lickle more, seen?"
"Lickle more."
The English Translation
"What 's up, man?"
"I 'm here just taking it easy."
"Yeah, that 's how it is. Times are hard but we have to keep the faith, isn't that right?"
"Yeah. How are your kids?"
"They 're alright. One wants to be a DJ and make it big. Another one wants to migrate and make it big. I 'm just trying to reason with them."
"Yeah, that's how kids are. They have to know that you have to work for things little by little."
"True. Listen, I 'm in a hurry. I'm going to leave."
"OK, see you later."
"See you later."
http://www.globalexchange.org/countries/americas/jamaica/language.htmlA Jamaican Conversation
"Bredrin, wa gwaan?"
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Internal factors in the destruction of Jamaican caves are excessive human visitation for the purposes of tourism, and most importantly in Jamaica, mining for bat guano.
Unfortunately, many people are unaware that the caves of the island are habitats for more than bats. Caves that have rich deposits of guano contain many unique invertebrates, which are only found in Jamaican caves. The guano is the base of the food chain, and when it goes, so do all the invertebrates.
http://www.jamaicancaves.org/jamaican_bat_guano.htmInternal factors in the destruction of Jamaican caves are excessive human visitation... more
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The innovative design places the rider's feet inside the hole at the center of each orbital wheel. The 360 moves as the rider shifts their body weight forth and back and it can be ridden downhill, using the built-in speed regulation system or freestyle for tricks on obstacles. The thick, off-road wheels permit use on most surfaces, from pavement to grass and gravel.
The 360 moves as the rider shifts their body weight forth and back and it can be ridden downhill, using the built-in speed regulation system or freestyle for tricks on
The 360 was developed by Francesco Sommacal
http://www.coolhunting.com/archives/2008/12/360.php
http://www.zerofra.com/360.htmlThe innovative design places the rider's feet inside the hole at the center of... more
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You've seen the Speedo LZR-Racer and its effect on Olympic swim times, but the Lunocet Monofin promises to have an even greater effect on swimming speeds. Although it will most likely never be allowed in competition, it represents another product design that is sure to change the swimming experience.
http://www.lunocet.com/blog/?tag=ted-ciamilloYou've seen the Speedo LZR-Racer and its effect on Olympic swim times, but the... more
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