Our success may not be dependent on good looks, talent, or the friends we have but by determining out breaking point. If we are the type of person that “freaks out” over every little issue no one will want to deal with us but on the other hand if we are too calm others might push us a bit too far. Therefore breaking points must be measured whether it be in our social, business or even personal life (ex waiting in line) but how to determine when it’s best to have a controlled explosion and when to walk away that is the question. Here are some factors that might be helpful.
(1) Will this explosion gain you respect from those that are annoying you or will they think you’re insane?
(2) Have you blown up recently or would this be a one time occurrence?
(3) Can you control your explosion or could it result in more damage then it’s worth?
(4) What is the best case scenario and what is the worst case scenario how likely is one to occur verse the other?
(5) Do you have another opportunity that is similar to the one you have if your explosion leads to dismissal or will you be out of a job/relationship etc?