Don't look Down

Jesse Jackson said:  "Never look down on anybody unless you are helping him up."

Today's quote talked about how we look at others and think that you could do much better than them, if put in the same situation.  It's so effortless to stand back and shake your head.  Resist this temptation.  You'll never be able to fully understand another person's situation.  So rather than judging, ask yourself what you can do to make that person's life easier.  Don't preach, don't give advice, unless it is asked for.  Listen to them... by being a friend, you'll not only help somebody in a time of need, but you'll be earning this in return when you someday need it. 

And I'm guilty of this.  I have  a friend who I think is in a bad situation.  I let my emotions get riled up, I get angry at times, when I think my friend should be standing up for what's right, to quit being pushed around, to stand up to being abused.   It's hard for me to remember that what's right for me isn't what's right for my friend.  I have strong opinions about making sure that people aren't allowing someone else to run their life.

But who am I to judge?

That's what I need to remember. 
Sometimes, I need a reminder.
My daily quotes file is good for that.