Can't fly with Eagles when Stapled to Turkeys.

I've been whiny and unhappy lately. I first put it down to hormones and men-don't-pause; but that would be a cheap excuse. I'm frustrated because I don't know how to be assertive properly.





I can't say anything to my boss(es) because that would be insubordination.





I can't say anything to my husband because he'll deny it, argue or yell.





I can't say anything about my in-laws because they're alive.





I can't say anything to my kid because he's 17 and that's a tough one.





I can't say anything about colleagues because I still have to work with them.





I can't say anything about the behavior of several hundred kids - some of whom.... (Oops! I forgot doting parents who care about their kids as much as I care about mine!)





Just because I can't say anything, I lose respect all the same. (Wonder if they'll notice?)











I'd still like to become more assertive though, without feeling guilty. And then I found this wonderful set of "commandments" at Frisky Wife.

No. 8: "8. Stop being so critical of your negative feelings.
Everyone is ambivalent at times, so do not worry so much about loving and hating."

Well, there ya go..........