Most Is Almost All

Good Afternoon Blogfam!


I posted an entry some time ago where I stated that 'initial evaluation prevents compromise" and I still feel very strongly about that.  However, I have adapted a new perspective in regards to standards, compromise, and acceptance.  I believe that sometimes initial evaluation also has the potential to constitute compromise.  If you take your time to evaluate someone upon meeting them; chances are you will discover things about them that you absolutely adore, then you will discover things that you may not be able to cope with.  This is where you decide if the things you can't cope with are worth compromising. 


I believe that people searching for "the one" just have to be real with themselves about what advantages and disadvantages the potential relationship may present.  You will never get all of what you want from someone but it is possible to get most.  In order to get most of what you want, you have to be flexible and willing to compromise certain things so that you can create the proper balance for yourself.  My personal opinion is if you get all of what you want from someone then there is nothing left to desire or strive for with that individual.  No matter how long you have been with a person, the desire to want more always provides a certain level of excitement and anticipation that being content does not.


A major part of getting all that you want is being okay with your wants and desires being part of that all.  I know that sounds confusing so I will break it down for you.  If you consider all the things that you want from a partner and you come to realize that you are only getting part or most of that; then the anticipation for the things you still desire can serve as a portion of that all.  Why? Because if you view your desires as an attribute in your relationship that excites you, then at the very least you have something to look forward to.  As I have stated many times before, it's all about your perspective and how you choose to view your situation.  Anything can be looked upon in a positive light, if you choose to do so. 


Quote of the Day: "Realizing that most is very close to all can provide a world of happiness, while looking at most as not enough can provide a world of misery. Perspective is everything!" ~ Candice Loper