One
disappointing encounter I remember was in the early '80s when I applied for a
job at a Subway restaurant in Staten Island, New York. After filling out the application,
I was confident that I would get an interview. Several days later, I was called.
I arrived at the restaurant and walked inside.
From what I could remember, the manager was a tall white man with short black and
grey hair. He had a large round stomach with a greasy apron wrapped around his huge
waist. I respectfully spoke as I extended my hand to greet him. In an insolent tone, he asked me why was
I there. I replied, "For the job interview." He bellowed!,
“Tamara White!” I squelched, “Yes.” “Where did you get a name like that?” Said the
big intimidating white man. My response was “Uh.” It took me aback because I
did not know where the big guy was going with this. Immediately after the awkward
dialogue, he announced that the position was filled; then he quickly walked
away.
I
stood there, it seemed for hours, before I gathered my thoughts. I could not
believe I didn’t get the interview, nonetheless the job. (I found
out later the true reason…that’s another topic). I experienced rejection and
disappointment at the same time.
Although
I went through such a disappointing experience, I never allowed it to
discourage me. I learned that it was not the ending for Tamara, but one of many
rejections. I knew I had to destroy the barriers that blocked my blessing.
I am sure there are many of you who have experienced some type of disappointing situation. After all, it's a part of life. The question is how do we grab it? Or, Where do we grab it?
Yes,
it is difficult to stay positive in disappointing situations, but finding ways
to annihilate the obstacles that are annexed to our accomplishments will assist in managing disappointment.
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