Proverbs 12:16

Proverbs 12:16 tells us "fools show their annoyance at once, but the prudent overlook an insult." 

I recently transitioned from working in a home based office to working in an actual office, and let me tell you, there is definitely a touch of culture shock! Most offices that are predominately staffed with women experience quite a bit of what one expert referred to as "estrogen overflow." One major difference, which even I had a little trouble with at first was that some individuals, when confronted with change, resort to anger, irritation or hostility and usually, the root of these negative emotions is fear. The factor that has changed some aspect of their daily life is unwelcome and resisted because with change comes uncertainty. So, what do you do in this type of environment? Honestly, the same thing you are supposed to do in all situations, give it to God. Be respectful of other people - regardless of how they react towards you - share kind words and always remain courteous. You may not be able to control other peoples behaviors and attitudes, but you can definitely control your own; and ultimately, you will never really know what anyone else is going through, so pray for compassion and empathy, remember the words in Proverbs.