WHY BURN THE OLD BRIDGE: The world is very different today than it was just a few decades ago. In many ways, it feels like we're at a speedy and exciting time in our history, but many areas still feel a bit out of reach for us as individuals. We all have in common that everyone w

By James M. Martey

The world is very different today than it was just a few decades ago. In many ways, it feels like we're at a speedy and exciting time in our history, but many areas still feel a bit out of reach for us as individuals. We all have in common that everyone wants to take advantage of what 9 P a g e the future offers and reach for more than we currently have.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Lulu.com
• Release date: Oct 5, 2022
• ISBN: 9781387566389

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© Cоруrіght 2022 – JAMES M. MARTEY

All rіghtѕ rеѕеrvеd

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Thе соntеnt соntаіnеd wіthіn thіѕ bооk mау nоt bе rерrоduсеd, duрlісаtеd, оr trаnѕmіttеd wіthоut dіrесt wrіttеn реrmіѕѕіоn frоm thе аuthоr оr thе рublіѕhеr.

Undеr nо сіrсumѕtаnсеѕ wіll аnу blаmе оr lеgаl rеѕроnѕіbіlіtу bе hеld аgаіnѕt thе рublіѕhеr, оr аuthоr, fоr аnу dаmаgеѕ, rераrаtіоn, оr mоnеtаrу lоѕѕ duе tо thе іnfоrmаtіоn соntаіnеd wіthіn thіѕ bооk—eіthеr dіrесtlу оr іndіrесtlу.

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Thіѕ bооk іѕ соруrіght рrоtесtеd. Thіѕ bооk іѕ оnlу fоr реrѕоnаl uѕе. Yоu саnnоt аmеnd, dіѕtrіbutе, ѕеll, uѕе, ԛuоtе, оr раrарhrаѕе аnу раrt оf thе соntеnt wіthіn thіѕ bооk wіthоut thе аuthоr оr рublіѕhеr'ѕ соnѕеnt.

Table Of Contents

What Does It Mean To Burn Bridges?

Ways To Make Sure You Don't Burn Bridges

How To Connect With People

How To Make Sure You Don't Burn Bridges After Quitting A Job

What Are The Psychological Effects Of Forgetting Those That Have Helped Us?

What Are The Implications Of Forgetting Those That Have Helped Us In The Past?

Why It's Important To Be Grateful For The Help We've Received

How Gratitude Affects Others And Our Relationship With Them

How To Cultivate A Sense Of Gratitude

The Benefits Of Gratitude: What They Are And How To Get Them

Why Gratitude Is A Crucial Part Of Happiness

Conclusion

What Does It Mean To Burn Bridges?

Many people can relate to what it means to burn bridges. This term is when a person purposefully causes damage or ruins relationships with others. The most common way someone would do this is by standing up for them self and having strong opinions that differ from others. They may end friendships, violate professional ethics and standards, and deliberately neglect other people's needs for their gain.

However, there are always exceptions. Some people have done great things and have been rewarded accordingly. Even though they chose to burn bridges, they benefited from their actions.

It is also important to note that there is no hardline rule regarding when one should burn bridges in life. Sometimes it is OK to do so if it serves a greater good. However, there are other times when a person should keep conversations cordial with others and shouldn't let Anger get in the way of personal relationships.

It can be easy for someone to think that everyone's philosophy on burning bridges is the same as his or hers. However, there are times when it is OK to do so, even though many people might disagree. When someone else's actions compromise their ethics and morals, it may be appropriate for them to stand their ground and defend what they believe in. When this happens, relationships may be ruined, and bridges may be burned.

For example, when Michael Jordan was first drafted into the NBA by the Chicago Bulls, he was very against wearing Air Jordan’s in public because Nike sponsored them. This angered Phil Knight (founder of Nike); however, MJ didn't care because he felt it wasn't a good idea to compromise his values and beliefs. After all, it was profitable for someone else. He focused on his wants and didn't let anyone stand in his way. However, this isn't always the case.

Sometimes it is OK to compromise one's beliefs to achieve a greater good. When President Roosevelt decided for the U.S. to fight in World War II, it not only took a lot of courage, but it also meant violating his principle of peace with other countries, no matter how necessary, if it meant achieving peace once and for all. This meant that he would have to burn many bridges to achieve victory over Japan and Germany during that period so that they wouldn't be able to do the same thing again once they were at peace with everyone else. It was essential to fight against their hatred and hatred towards their people.

The same can be said for former president Barack Obama when he decided to fight an illegal war in Iraq. He was very against it, but it was crucial for America to be unified because if we weren't allies with countries like Great Britain, Turkey, and Iran, then we wouldn't have been able to defeat Iraq's dictator, Saddam Hussein. If our government didn't do this, then there would have been many more terrorists associated with those countries (like ISIS), and the entire world would have had less freedom of the rights they have now.

Although burning bridges can be an excellent thing, for the time being, one needs to weigh out the consequences of doing so. There are many situations where it is appropriate, and many people succeed because they have burned their bridges. However, there are also many situations where burning bridges may not be the best course of action. Ultimately it is up to each individual as to what they want to achieve in life and how they want to do so. However, they mustn't let their anger get the better of them and cause them to make mistakes that could ruin everything they have worked hard for.

Ways To Make Sure You Don't Burn Bridges

We have all had some experience setting people up for success, but none seem to take the next step and move forward. If you've provided a lot of personal help or encouragement to someone by offering a piece of advice or just lending an ear to their problems, it cannot be easy to get them the momentum they need going forward.

This book will explore some ways to ensure these people don't burn bridges when they need help moving forward. It will include what not to say, how often it's OK to ask for help and other resources that might make it easier on both sides and give you peace of mind later down the road.

Living on the Edge

The world is very different today than it was just a few decades ago. In many ways, it feels like we're at a speedy and exciting time in our history, but many areas still feel a bit out of reach for us as individuals. We all have in common that everyone wants to take advantage of what the future offers and reach for more than we currently have.

If you are someone who has helped someone in the past, you understand how important it is for them to keep going forward after you've given them some advice or assistance. If they quit after you've helped them, it's likely because they've decided they don't need your advice. Even worse, perhaps they will continue to waffle about taking your advice and barely use it; maybe even fall backward from the step you helped them take the first time.

Sometimes people just don't know how to move forward with their goals and dreams or don't have the confidence or resources to do so. If they can't figure out a way to go alone, we can all be happy that we are there for them when things get tough. One of the most important things to remember is that if you help someone move forward, they should be moving forward, not standing still or