...someone surprisingly asked you what you needed from the grocery store?

This is something that would have happened a long time ago or if you have someone in your life who is always asking you what you need, but it is not so much a norm these days. If anything, we would all probably say right off the normal, eggs, bread and milk. We would say these three things because this is what we consume or need regularly to eat or to make something we are about to eat. In addition, because we use these items regularly, we normally know exactly how much we used and how much is left. Yet, what about those other things we use, but do not consume on the regular basis. It is those items that make us look to see exactly how much we have and how much we do not have. In other words, we have an inventory that needs to be checked and updated. Nevertheless, unless you are always looking to see what is on sale like a notorious 'coupon lady,' you really don't know.

So, with regards to being asked what you needed from the grocery store and knowing what is in your pantry, it also helps to know your strengths, weaknesses and gifts. When you and I know these things for ourselves, we can know exactly what to ask for, what to look for, and what to disregard. With that being said and embraced, we are less likely to settle for things we are so undeserving of. Think about it. It is only when we are uncertain, in denial or guilt-driven that we make decision based on impulse rather than wisdom or forethought.