When you are in a calling you may have difficulties getting alone with those that you are working with. Sometimes people just do not click. It may be that you have a completely opposite personality from the person you need to work with. It could be that you have different point of views on issues that you deal with in your calling. Here are five tips to help make the experience a positive one.
1) It is important that you be polite in your dealings with the other person. If you have a differing viewpoint, you can state the difference without attacking the other person. You can treat the other person with the same respect you would like, regardless of how they are acting to you.
2) Do not begin to gossip about the problems that you are having. You should not say negative things about that person to others. You should not talk to others about the issues that have upset you. If you need to talk to someone you can talk to your spouse or you may want to go to your bishop.
3) It is important to forgive any offense that you feel you have received. Bitter feelings can build up overtime and will only draw you down. The Savior has said that we must forgive all men. It is important to do your best to do this. It may not come easily or immediately, but it should be something you are working for. It is also important to apologize if you have offended someone else.
4) Find positive things about the person you are working with. It can do a lot to help you to continue to work with her. You may also want to compliment the person, as this can help to ease any negative feelings.
5) Finally and most importantly, you should pray that you can do this in a way that is pleasing to the Lord. Pray and ask for guidance and for the strength to continue. The Lord can help you do this.
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