September 17, 2009
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Meeting Life Somewhere In-Between!
Dear Mrs. Figgins:
My nose and lip are pierced and I have a few tattoos, which I keep pretty much covered.
My boss told me I need to remove my nose and lip ring. He said it’s not personal and that the same rules apply to “any inappropriate business attire”.
To make things worse, when I talked to the pastor of our church he agreed!
Why can’t people at least hobble into this century and appreciate each of us for who we are and what is in our heart? I don’t steal, cheat or judge others so why do I get judged!
What am I missing?
Dear Missing:
The facts of life.
It’s not about whether you have a nose ring, a tattoo or a halo (to be fair: halos usually swing the vote).
Unfortunately it’s about perception. People that don’t know your heart, can only see the book cover at first glance.
Think about what you want to accomplish in life. Set the best example you can, with the compassion and understanding you seem to have and would like in return.
While the outcome isn’t always what we hope, good actions calibrate the compass for our journey.
Meet life in the middle, without giving up who you are. If you can do this, you’re halfway there.
Mrs. Figgins
Business Etiquette, How To, Love, Topics, advice
