Steemit Challenge S24W5 | Powerful Debate/ Thoughts and reflections
Greetings,
It was around 2018 when one of my close friends, Areeba, got involved with a guy she met online . He used to be polite, very likable and always told me about his dreams.
He gradually shared with me how hard life was in his homeland and how much he hoped to move somewhere else. As she cared deeply and was sensitive, Areeba said she wanted to assist.
She took care of his visa, provided his documents and assisted him for three months once he landed. She thought they were creating a future for both of them.
Yet as soon as he found stable work, everything seemed different. He got back to her messages late, told her he couldn’t do video calls and later disappeared by blocking her on all social media.
It became too much for Areeba. She kept crying, saying she was to blame for being too good. However, she gradually learned what to do. As a result, she became tougher emotionally, more careful and able to decide whom to trust.
She points out that, in those days, she was used, though she matured over time. Now, nobody is able to take me in so easily once more. On occasion, going through hard times helps us become our strongest selves.
Share a reflection of your own or a close one about a situation where you see someone taking advantage of you without compassion to achieve their personal goals.
I remember helping a colleague therefore a few years ago to get ready for interviews. Many times, he said I helped him a lot and we would continue to grow side by side.
The moment he landed his job, he stopped getting back to us and made it clear we were never friends. My friends leaving me without warning was genuinely hard for me to watch.
I discovered that there are some who only appreciate you when you are helpful. As a result, I now focus on behavior as well as the words people say.
These days, I assist, but from a better perspective and clearer goals. Lesson learned.
Answer both questions based on your own perspective and experience on the subject.
I think going through life is essential for maturing our character. Experiencing pain, betrayal and disappointment usually changes us more than enjoying comfort does.
Being betrayed by someone I cared about cut me very deeply. It also helped me realize my value and why I must protect my heart carefully.
I’ve figured out when someone is not being genuine—they are helpful only during challenges and distance themselves after support. That’s a warning sign.
Bittersweet lessons strengthen us, make us wise and lead us to be selective about who we help.
What advice would you give to someone currently experiencing this situation?
If you feel like you’re being mistreated, start by trusting how you feel because your gut is telling you.
You should always feel comfortable explaining to others that something isn’t right for you. Look after your kindness and energy, because you don’t always have to put others ahead of yourself.
Keep in mind that strengthening yourself comes from learning what happened. Be friends with people who respect and appreciate you. It takes time, but when you wait, you will learn and grow stronger. Be open in your heart, but be careful who you let in.
I would like to invite @solperez, @fjjrg and @mdkamran99 to take part in the challenge.
Thanks for reading, Steemians!
Regards
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I read somewhere something like, "There's always a war in all of us," I don't know with others, but it's true with me.
My friend we all carry silent battles; some days we win, some days we just survive. You are not alone in that war.
Yep, and, "Only the dead are safe; only the dead have seen the end of war." (~Santayana )
True that but man we must need a little bit optimistic too!😅
#Jokeapart 😄