For most individuals, fall is a long-awaited season and break from the monotonous brutality of the hot summer sun. As the temperature begins to drop and the leaves of deciduous trees begin to turn color, many people start rearranging their closets with their fall wardrobe and cleaning their houses of unnecessary clutter. In addition to these typical tasks, it is important to remove clutter from our lives that attempt to interfere with our peace- that is, external people who add no value to our overall well being. These individuals can be siblings, relatives, purported friends, associates, coworkers, etc. And, they can be found in our homes, neighborhoods, jobs, social networking sites (i.e., Facebook, Twitter), etc.
Although the process to separate yourself from these individuals can prove to be somewhat painful in some cases, it is absolutely beneficial to your spiritual, emotional and physical health. Here are at least five types of people that you may want to remove from your everyday microcosm as the beautiful fall season begins to blossom:
The selfish
It is safe to state that every individual suffers to a certain extent with selfishness. But, the selfish who continually focus only on their needs and desires cannot genuinely add value to your life. Those who live with selfish ambition are too concerned with their welfare and interests; thus, they cannot possibly be concerned when you are struggling, when you are sick or when you are “down and out.”
The jealous
Known in the common vernacular as “haters,” the jealous show either a subtle or overt pattern of disgust with your giftedness and success. If the jealous would just take the time to understand that they, too, can be successful and can utilize their talent to help others, their internal jealousy and “hateration” would dissipate. Nevertheless, the jealous are dangerous detractors who can attempt to cause significant pain in your life, if you do not separate from them.
The loveless
Quite simply, we all have people in our everyday lives who are devoid of love in their hearts. At the very core of this analysis, the loveless cannot love anyone, including themselves. Those without love in their heart can sap the energy out of our lives through their mere presence. Clean these “clutter” items out of your life or you will find yourself emulating their loveless behavior and negative thinking.
The violent
The violent do not necessarily have to use a weapon or physical action to cause harm in your life. These are individuals who can attempt to tear you down from accusations, unsubstantiated criticism, backbiting and strife. Value-adding people in our lives do not engage in such behavior.
The silent
Value-adding individuals are those who continually encourage, exhort, and provide helpful advice to help you to progress in your daily walk. There is nothing wrong with people in your everyday microcosm being silent- in fact, most wise people are quick to listen and slow to speak. But, when people do not speak positive and life-changing words at all, it is best that you separate from them.
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