Before the year ended I told my Team leader that I had to attend an event at church. Due to the holidays, it was really difficult to ask for leave since many of my colleagues were on leave, especially on the last day of the year 2024. When I made a follow-up to verify if I could do a half day of work I was told that it was not possible as it was not approved. I got hurt because it is important to me and anger suddenly burst from me and I told my supervisor I would not go to work on that day.
The mood in our team suddenly changed because my request was not granted. But she told me that she would make a way as she felt that it was important. I didn't answer her as I was hurt. However, when I got home I realized that it is not good that I let my anger come out. I said words that were not beneficial. My feelings were justified because I said the words that I wanted but how about the person who received that harsh word? Will Mother be happy?
Then the day before my requested off, My supervisor reached out to me first by sending message and said " I have sent you a reply on your email. You half day request was approved. Do not be sad." At that time I said to her the words "I am sorry, for saying offensive words to you". Our conversation went well and exchanged good words with each other.
Through this 'the words of mother's love' campaign, I understand more what Mother wants. An apology will not make you suffer or feel less important. Sometimes it make us refined and look back to the things we are not careful about and do better next time.From now on I will make sure to practice saying beneficial words that it is not offensive but rather encouraging so that Mothers love will bloom everywhere.