1. Mistakes were made - Acknowledge that something happened that may not have been proper, but it wasn't done intentionally. And for Hugh's sake... NEVER say "I made a mistake." They were just made. If it's really bad, you may admit that "We all make mistakes." This somewhat lends culpability to your actions, but it also draws others into the mistake making process. Thus, they should feel shame and guilt, therefore losing focus on your actual mistake. Or even better, they begin attacking others who are attacking you by pointing the mistakes that were made because why do they think they are so damn perfect huh? And voila! You are now the persecuted and can move to step 2.
2. Cast the persecution net - You want these jackholes off your back but they just keep persecuting you like you are some sort of swindling preacher on the TV making millions by fooling gullible, less fortunate people looking for anyone to bring them closer to Jesus by removing them further from their money. But here is where you must bear the burden! You cannot simply say, "It's ok, I understand they are upset and I will take this criticism." NO! You must create the illusion that all those around are being brought down as well. In much the same way you managed to deflect the mistake making onto other mistake makers, you create collateral persecution. "People always try to bring down those who try to do what's best by the Lord, I just hate my family and my team, who I love dearly, are having to go through this as well." Never mind that this statement is utter ********. Your family and team had nothing to do with the mistakes, and no one cares about them, but alas... now they do! You have deftly created a persecution complex for those around you, whether they feel it or not. Now everyone is in it together thanks to you! And the best part is, everyone feels even more sorry for you because those mean people who apparently never make mistakes are persecuting your sweet beloved family and team. But what if this doesn't work? What if there are still those out there who just can't see how pious and devout you are?
3. Call Paul - Mr. Finebaum lets Phylis and Hugh knows who else to call in to that show. So get on the phone and play the God card! "Every day I just try to live the Lord's will and glorify him. He would never lead me astray." BAM! God did it, so if they're coming at you they might as well be spitting on Jesus's grave. Ok, bad example but I bet those heathens of mistake persecution don't even believe Jesus rose to forgive us our mistakes that we brought upon ourselves and spread the guilt to others while turning ourselves into the persecuted. Does that make sense? Doesn't have to. Throw on the armor of God baby! You're untouchable! Until probably later this Fall. But you got rich, *****! And isn't that what drew you to <strike>ministry</strike> coaching in the first place?
2. Cast the persecution net - You want these jackholes off your back but they just keep persecuting you like you are some sort of swindling preacher on the TV making millions by fooling gullible, less fortunate people looking for anyone to bring them closer to Jesus by removing them further from their money. But here is where you must bear the burden! You cannot simply say, "It's ok, I understand they are upset and I will take this criticism." NO! You must create the illusion that all those around are being brought down as well. In much the same way you managed to deflect the mistake making onto other mistake makers, you create collateral persecution. "People always try to bring down those who try to do what's best by the Lord, I just hate my family and my team, who I love dearly, are having to go through this as well." Never mind that this statement is utter ********. Your family and team had nothing to do with the mistakes, and no one cares about them, but alas... now they do! You have deftly created a persecution complex for those around you, whether they feel it or not. Now everyone is in it together thanks to you! And the best part is, everyone feels even more sorry for you because those mean people who apparently never make mistakes are persecuting your sweet beloved family and team. But what if this doesn't work? What if there are still those out there who just can't see how pious and devout you are?
3. Call Paul - Mr. Finebaum lets Phylis and Hugh knows who else to call in to that show. So get on the phone and play the God card! "Every day I just try to live the Lord's will and glorify him. He would never lead me astray." BAM! God did it, so if they're coming at you they might as well be spitting on Jesus's grave. Ok, bad example but I bet those heathens of mistake persecution don't even believe Jesus rose to forgive us our mistakes that we brought upon ourselves and spread the guilt to others while turning ourselves into the persecuted. Does that make sense? Doesn't have to. Throw on the armor of God baby! You're untouchable! Until probably later this Fall. But you got rich, *****! And isn't that what drew you to <strike>ministry</strike> coaching in the first place?
For whatever reason, Hugh's shtick hasn't ever smelled right for me. I wonder what the response, if any, will be of the many churches and religious organizations that have given handed him a microphone and let him speak/preach in good faith that he was what he said he was?
