The enemy's welcome mat
The sages of the South have an old saying I've embraced: "Don't over-stay your welcome." It is utterly awkward to be some place only to realize you are in the presence of your enemies or individuals who make it clear subliminally or directly that they don't want you around, but it isn't convenient to leave. Instinctively, most people will leave when they detect an air of rejection, but there are moments when you must stay when the welcome is worn. In those instances, weigh the value of the experience. Will you gain anything by staying or lose anything by leaving? Does your success depend on existing in the same space as competitors or those who are innately against you? Will remaining in uncomfortable situations interfere with you attaining a goal?
While you may not want to deal with being in an unwelcome environment, there are times when a particular place is where you belong and are placed for the purpose of growth, promotion and elevation. Stay the course, if you must. Dust your feet off and sit for while in those situations to achieve your goal, but don't stay too long. Know when you are wasting time and have enough dignity to walk away with your peace, pride and self-respect in tact. Remember, God has endowed you with everything you need to live with your enemies under your feet.
While you may not want to deal with being in an unwelcome environment, there are times when a particular place is where you belong and are placed for the purpose of growth, promotion and elevation. Stay the course, if you must. Dust your feet off and sit for while in those situations to achieve your goal, but don't stay too long. Know when you are wasting time and have enough dignity to walk away with your peace, pride and self-respect in tact. Remember, God has endowed you with everything you need to live with your enemies under your feet.
