When necessary, make compromises. Apply this artistic expression

I had been preparing for this trip for a very long time, and I was scheduled to travel with a relative. Regretfully, he became ill a week prior to our scheduled appointment, and I had assumed he would recover by the next week. He continued to feel the same for the entire week. It turned out that he had a stomach ailment that required two weeks of good supervision. By the time we were ready to take off, I was still holding out hope that everything would work out. But a week later, he asked me to extend the reservation dates, which really concerned me.

I had a lot planned for the days we were going to be traveling. This journey was intended to be a way to recharge and reestablish a spiritual bond with God. Thankfully, the dates we were given had two unique days on them. Firstly, it was the birthday of the person whose shrine I was visiting and who inspires me every day; secondly, it was my birthday. I couldn't have been more excited to spend my birthday night at the shrine and rediscover the spiritual connection I had so desperately wanted.

Anyway, I opted to go alone because I was quite upset. When my mother and I were talking about this, she used the word "compromise." She advised me to be adaptable, make concessions to my schedule, and extend the dates. To be honest, I'm not the type of person that enjoys having their plans altered for other people. Perhaps that comes across as being self-centered, but believe me when I say that I don't want others to modify their plans for me either. It is important for everyone to have a personal existence that frees them from dependence on others and enables them to pursue their own interests.

I was so furious that I started crying, even at the thought of having to alter my original plan. I was very excited about it and had already made plans for the dates! Nevertheless, after considering the circumstances, I began to wonder what I would gain by making a compromise for him. And whether I should truly go it alone or actually compromise. This led me to question where I should make concessions and where I should stick to my principles. It also helped me realize how important it is to be selfless. I started researching about what genuinely qualifies me as a compromise person and how I can practice compromising. My next post will reveal more on what I found based on my research.