Agree to Disagree: Valuing Differences

During an argument, have you ever said something to a loved one that you regret?

Perhaps you’re thinking,

I want to take back the harsh words, but it’s too late

Regret is a powerful teacher.

This may be up for debate, but I think it’s never too late.

Is it really worth breaking up a close relationship due to different points of view?

It’s okay to agree to disagree.

Agree to Disagree: Missed Moments to Heal

Recently, I came across an excellent poem that touches on the subject of how we respond to disagreements. If pride on both your parts threatens an important relationship, is it really worth it?

Here, the author shares a simple yet powerful collection of thoughts that are worth considering.

Point of View

I’ve heard it said, “Don’t go to bed
While hanging on to sorrow.
You may not have the chance to laugh;
With those you love tomorrow.”

You may not mean the words you speak
When anger takes its toll.
You may regret your actions
Once you’ve lost your self-control.

When you’ve lost your temper
And you’ve said some hurtful things,
Think about the heartache
That your action sometimes brings.

You’ll never get those moments back,
Such precious time to waste,
And all because of things you said
In anger and in haste.

So if you’re loving someone
And your pride has settled in,
You may not ever have the chance
To say to them again,

“I love you and I miss you
And although we don’t agree,
I’ll try to see your point of view,
Please do the same for me.”

– Unknown