Comments on: When People Don’t Like You

By: LadyDi

LadyDi — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 16:21:36 +0000

Beautiful to read Crystal AKA TTM. Thank you for the inspiration and the great savings!!

BLESS!!

By: janet

janet — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:53:05 +0000

thanks for you blog and all that you do… I look forward to reading all your posts. Happy thanksgiving!!

By: Nancy Jones

Nancy Jones — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:23:01 +0000

Hi Crystal,

I have struggled with (and still do sometimes) the same issue. I want people to like me!! And it’s hard when they don’t!! Recently I read an article by our old pastor that have given me some perspective…..search Bishop Matt Thomas blog,and check out his post on “Popularity and Respect”. (It’s a few posts down). It’s awesome that the Lord is growing you in this area! Bless you!! love, Aunt Nancy

By: Myra

Myra — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:51:12 +0000

This is such an encouragement to read. Sometimes I struggle in the same way, but you are so right that when we know who we are in Christ and when we rest in His acceptance, it doesn’ t matter what others think!

By: Amy @ Amy Loves It!

Amy @ Amy Loves It! — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:06:03 +0000

Great post, Crystal! You rock, girl!
Amy @ Amy Loves It!´s last blog ..Ten Reasons I am Thankful this Year

By: Mary

Mary — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:27:38 +0000

Thank you for all that you do for all of us. You hold your head up high and know that you are a good person. Pray and don’t let them bring you down.
Happy Thanksgiving

By: ne

ne — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:48:51 +0000

This post jumped at me and I would like to say thank you!! You don’t know how much a simple post as this can help someone else out (me). Have a bless Thanksgiving!!

By: KeriLyn@SheSaved

KeriLyn@SheSaved — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:30:56 +0000

YEAHHHHHHHHHHHH!! My Tuesday Testimonies are back!! …Ok, I know they are for everyone, but they have always just somehow spoken right to my heart and were always JUST what I needed to hear. I have missed them so much!! God is so good.
It took me forever to realize that praying for my enemies really DOES work…and killing people with kindness really does solve just about anything… but even at that ~ those things can be exhausting. Really…all you can do is live your best life, and MOVE FORWARD. let it go.
Crystal ~ thank you…you made my day!!! Hugs, KL
(Meet the Robinsons ~ that movie has the best message ever)
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By: Laura

Laura — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:28:11 +0000

Thanks for the great note. I cannot imagine anyone sending hurtful emails to you, especially when you offer so much… but I guess there are those people in the world. I think that is great that you let all know how God is working in your life. It put a smile on my face.

By: Alana

Alana — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:16:38 +0000

I just try to let it go in one ear and out the other. You can not make everyone happy. If someone doesn’t like me, yes it bothers me, and I wonder why or what I could do to fix it, but I don’t stress myself out over it. I do what I have to do to make myself happy, reguardless to how others view me. (((hugs)))
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By: shelbysgrandma

shelbysgrandma — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:49:29 +0000

TTM …..In this week of Thanksgiving, I am thankful that I found your site.

By: Amy

Amy — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:36:49 +0000

I feel this same way about some of my transactions on Ebay. At first, I would become so upset by how mean some people were about the transaction even if it wasn’t my fault or I did whatever they wanted. I still have to work on letting it go and not letting it upset me. Your blog is a great reminder of how important the Lord is in helping us do that. I usually don’t comment in blogs but yours is really great and I check it everyday. Thank you for being a blessing in my life.

By: Mae

Mae — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:52:34 +0000

CRYSTAL: I believe that through your sharing of this extraordinary experience, you are thereby creating an avenue for further healing of your heart. We MUST always find ways to stay spiritually strong; especially in these unbelievably bizarre days we are in.

AMY: Thanks for the uplifting words; they have touched me as well.

By: Pamela Berube

Pamela Berube — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:17:30 +0000

Well said, Crystal! I can relate to all you wrote. I’ve recently realized that mean-spirited people just do not know how to love–themselves or others–and they say and do hurtful things in a subconscious attempt to make others feel as bad as they do. Although their words and actions can truly be hurtful, it helps to say a prayer for them (puts things back into perspective). Thanks for all your hard work !
Pamela Berube´s last blog ..The Perfect Thanksgiving Mix…

By: cc

cc — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:54:39 +0000

I just skimmed these but I’ll leave a comment that I say to myself and others. Many people do not want to be happy (It is a choice). Sometimes it is for an hour, sometimes a day and sometimes years. We all share the same emotions how we react is the wonderful quirk that makes you, YOU! Remind others and yourself that you are not responsible for their feelings. Be the best you can, forgive and forget (the later part being the most important).
Let it go and if someone keeps putting poop on your doorstep, let them go.

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:49:01 +0000

What a wonderful post. You provide a wonderful service to others, and you spread positivity. Your blog provides practical information that I use every day. You inform me, inspire me, and motivate me…. thank you!!
Rebecca´s last blog ..Publix Specials – November 19 to 25

By: Heidi

Heidi — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:15:20 +0000

You are a beautiful spirit and I send you much love! Thanks for opening up your heart and life!!
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By: Amy

Amy — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:50:36 +0000

You are such a blessing to so many. Some people may not have the same love of others that you have and they will try to bring you down to their level. You sound like you have a very solid foundation now and God uses those tough times to show us his mercy and to teach us lessons on where to put our trust—He is our most trustworthy friend. Stay strong and know that it is usually the meanest people who are the loudest and though they may talk loud, they are in a tiny minority. Everyone else loves you and your big heart and would love nothing more than to hug you right now.
I am sure I speak from the majority—and we appreciate what you do.

By: Michele

Michele — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:45:30 +0000

Dear Crystal,
It is very refreshing to see that you have decided to share Tuesday testimonies again. I find it extremely encouraging to meet with like minded Christians and see that we all struggle with the same things. I recently went through a situation where I found myself in sin and needed to make public ammends to all who were affected. It was quite shocking to see, that many people want forgiveness, but few want to give it. I think it is important to remember that not everyone is in the same area of growth that you are. It’s best to turn the other cheek, after all that is what our Lord and Savior would do right? Grace and Mercy is what it’s all about. I don’t encourage abuse on any level and if someone is in that situation, then by all means they need to take the proper steps to get themselves to safety. But how will the other person ever get to that area of growth if they are’nt shown Grace and Mercy. That is what our Savior did for us when He died on the cross. He died for us while we were yet sinners.
You are right on with the comment of “hurtful things damaging your assurance and confidence and self image”. But if we as Christians being armed with the whole armour of God do not make an effort to put the best foot forward, then all we are doing is contributing to the vicious cycle.
I have found the best way for me to deal with these situations is to become more aware of who I am in Christ Jesus. What my identity is in Him. What His Word says about me. Then no weapon formed against me will prosper. And let’s face it, hurtful words are weapons.
Please, do continue to do the Tuesday Testimonies. If nothing else, just to get the ball rolling for some excellent conversation about the Lord. “Iron sharpeneth iron” . Blessings to you, GA Peach

By: TTM's mama

TTM's mama — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:22:38 +0000

The Lord hears and answers prayers! Those he answers about our children are especially sweet. Thanks for sharing. All the encouraging and thankful responses have made my eyes a little wet and my heart warm. God is so good!