ACRIMONY

Meaning: Anger and bitterness, harsh or biting sharpness especially of words, manner or feelings.

First of all, I give my kudos and respect to Tyler Perry for being the Ultimate Icon to our generation with positively great impact in the lives of people and the world at large. Secondly, a big THANK YOU to Taraji P. Henson for playing her role so well. The movie "ACRIMONY" is a typical example of what we go through in relationships that makes us broken with bitter hatred.

Focusing on what we experience or are recently happening in relationships, where the qualities of a healthy relationship are hard to find; true love is mostly not exhibited, trust is easily broken and commitment is hard to embrace and so on. All these are enough reasons to create bitterness or ill feelings in our lives.

Are both parties accountable for these qualities in a relationship? Before we start pointing fingers, let's meditate on this very simple but critical question. It is easy to say a lady or guy should love and sacrifice more but according to either of them, he or she is just being resourceful while it lasts.

Honestly, it is only a heart that is willing that will Love truly, appreciate your time, value your trust and respect you as a person. This doesn't mean there won't be conflicts in such relationships but these qualities helps both parties to manage themselves and forgive easily. It also makes their love and union grow stronger. No one can control your feelings or dictate who to truly love except your level of maturity and capacity to love is low.

It is equally important to understand each other emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually to avoid surprise in character and behavior. Definitely, people tend to change character in a healthy relationship but this should not be a prerequisite to True Love.

In conclusion, Always have a forgiving heart to let go of whatever hurt or disappointment you might experience in life. You only hurt yourself more with bitterness and rage while the fruits of spirit such as Love, Inner Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Self-Control, Gentleness and Faithfulness pass you by.

Inspiration: Tyler Perry (BET Ultimate Icon 2019) website - tylerperry.com

Role Model: Taraji P. Henson (American Actress and Author)

Photo Credit: brandspurng.com

Movie Credit: Tyler Perry's ACRIMONY