Understanding us

Why do we hurt the ones we love? Why is that we can treat a perfect stranger better than those closest to us? Do we feel that person knows us well enough to know we don't really mean what we said or did? Maybe it is because we are close enough to that person that we let our guards down and allow our weaknesses to come out. Whatever the reasons may be, we need to make every effort not to hurt those closest to us. I know that seems like it should not need to be explained, but the fact we do hurt those near and dear to us suggests otherwise. You can pretend you haven't hurt people you care about but I can assure you that you have whether you know or admit it or not. I know that I am guilty of doing this on more than one occasion. Each time I feel bad and apologize, but my goal is never hurt that person again. 

A lot can be said about self reflection. It is often in self help books and usually the topic of every religion when talking about improving one self. I think the honesty that comes into play with it is very important. You can self reflect, but if you aren't honest about what you find, you are never going to change. Be honest with yourself no matter how much you may not like what you see. Only then can you address what the true issue is and resolve any conflicts within yourself that may lead to you lashing out at others. 

That is all I have for now. I do not know if anyone will even read this, but I know it helps me to write it out. It is like talking but not reallY having to.