I’m a few days behind, so I’m going to knock out a few of these by focusing on a few personality traits I’m proud to have.
Day 12
Compassion – I am proud that I am a compassionate person. I really sympathize with people who have had a rough hand in life and try to help where I can. I have made it a point in the past year to donate more money and items to charities I believe in.
The only downside to my compassion is that I tend to hold people who have had a good hand dealt to them to higher standards. I get REALLY annoyed when people whine about “first world problems.” Oh, your lawn isn’t coming in as green as you want it to? Grad school “sucks”? (reminder: most people globally don’t have access to education beyond the elementary level). You have to bring your BMW to the shop? Shut the hell up.
Day 13
Humor – I have a great sense of humor. This wasn’t always the case. It’s something I have honed over the last decade or so. My husband and my friends have really helped me with developing a better sense of humor and being able to take a joke. Humor is also a tool I use to cope with depression. I especially enjoy making fun of myself. The title of this blog, Typical Broad, is in fact a jab at myself for being SUCH A GIRL.
Day 14
Worldly – There are two definitions of worldly. One is being concerned with material things, and one is being experienced and knowledgeable. I find that I am the latter. I’ve been through a lot, and have been told that I am wise beyond my years.
Day 15
Social/Emotional Intelligence – I had to ask my husband about what good qualities he thought I had, because I was running out of ideas. He said he really appreciates that I have an ability to immediately pick up on how people around me are feeling. I also am really good at interpreting social cues. I would consider this a normal trait for anyone, but my husband doesn’t really have this ability. He can be kind of oblivious when it comes to social cues. It’s not a bad thing, it’s just that (apparently) I am really good at reading people and social situations.
Day 16
Humility – Since it’s hard for me to come up with positive personality traits I possess, I suppose you could call me humble. This is a trait I really value in others as well. In the world of social media, it’s so easy to come across braggarts. That is the only reason some people use social media- to one-up each other. I really hate braggarts and one-upmanship. I appreciate people who are confident, but also recognize how blessed they are and are grateful for their circumstances and opportunities.