My Way

So I'm experiencing a crisis of confidence. My attitude towards kindness is in direct contrast to a growing realization that I often find myself thinking: That's not right. You should do it my way. And this feeling is quite strong...and not kind.

You see, I'm quite certain my way is the best -- best, as in, most efficient or most considerate to others or most effective method. Sure there is always "more than one way to skin a cat", but if I'm describing the way, rest assured I've put a lot of consideration and thinking to come up with the best way. I've already thought 4 steps ahead or my way is backed by personal experience. So, just do it my way. 

Now understand this does not apply to ALL things. Of course, I don't have a best way for everything, only the things I've carefully contemplated. 

I don't think I've always felt this -- but it seems my self-assured confidence is getting stronger the older I get. One would think that as I get older, I would growe wiser and recognize that others' ways also lead to the same end result. But gosh, I struggle when that journey to the end is less-than efficient (ie. not my way). Could I be turning into a grumpy old lady?!

Perhaps, but, do please drive the way I recommend (unless Google says otherwise). Load the dishwasher the way I suggest. Communicate the way I describe. Put the toilet paper roll on correctly. For everything else, feel free to do it your way.