Sometimes it is better to just walk away from things and go back to them later when you’re in a better frame of mind. Sounds good, doesn’t it? Realistically, this would depend on what side of the door your personality was behind, or if you had multiple personalities with endless sides that took center stage at a given moment. Whew. very “The Three Faces of Eve”!
There’s a deep meaning in the word “side”, possibly a cue to expand our horizons, appreciate life and stand firm in our convictions, or a reminder that we all need to step outside of our daily routine in pursuit of something fun or more meaningful which involves embracing new situations and perspectives. Given the many sides to our individual personalities (don’t deny this, we all have them) whether our dark side or more playful side, it all adds up to being a complete and real person. When we walk away from a situation where stress is involved, a given side to our personality can dictate that response to effectively manage our emotions and avoid making impulsive decisions or an angry response. That “side” helps remove us from a toxic or emotionally charged environment, helping to diffuse the immediate tension and preventing a more serious conflict.
Walking (hastily) away from a given situation until one is in a better mood is a powerful form of self-care and a strategic way to manage emotions effectively, plus, this conscious decision to create physical and mental distance allows individuals to gain perspective and avoid making impulsive or rash decisions during times of high stress or anger. Removing yourself from a toxic or emotionally charged environment helps to diffuse the immediate tension and prevents the situation from escalating into a more serious conflict. This space provides a crucial “time out” to help process thoughts and feelings, leading to greater clarity if and when returning to the issue. It is an act of self-empowerment, prioritizing your mental well-being over engaging in a draining or unresolvable argument. By walking away, you are not giving up out of defeat, but rather making an intentional choice to invest your energy more wisely. This practice helps in setting important and healthy boundaries while fostering self-respect. Walking on your wild side can be so cathartic and empowering in the long run, helping to better navigate future stormy debates.
From the Writer’s Workshop: Write a post inspired by the word side./Write a post in exactly 15 (fifteen) sentences./Write a story that starts with the line “Sometimes it is better to just walk away from things and go back to them later when you’re in a better frame of mind.”
