Today, in our houses, can you read the newspaper for half an hour in peace?
Can your wife watch her serial on TV for half an hour?
(Laughter from the group!)
Just when you are reading the newspaper, your wife will think of telling you all the important things that happened at home the previous day. And she will complain that you are not giving her enough attention. She will say that you are with the newspaper all the time.
And exactly when your wife is watching her favourite TV serial, you will feel hungry and you will want her to serve food for you. You will curse the television box for showing the serials at the wrong times! The familiar patterns of arguments at homes will happen once more.
A small story:
A man was sitting with his wife in a restaurant.
They ordered for the food and were waiting for it to come.
The wife complained, “Dear, ever since we entered the restaurant, you’ve been reading that paper.”
The husband apologized, “I’m sorry dear,” and signaled to the waiter, “Can we have another newspaper please.”
(Laughter!)
You see, all of us are seeking attention all the time. And when we don’t get it, we are upset. This is the root cause for all anger, disappointment and frustration in our lives.
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This excerpt has been taken from the book: Guaranteed Solutions.
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