A Changing Perception

So I was hanging out online today just checking my email and stuff and I came across a message someone had wrote me. Now this person and I have messaged each other back and forth a few times but nothing of substance. But today the message I read was different. I won’t repeat what it said but I will say I was offended. This person who doesn’t know me or what I’m about. The good that I’m trying to do in my life or the inspiration I’m trying to provide. It seemed like he wanted to sum up everything I am in one little shocking sentence. What’s worse is that his assumptions were completely inaccurate.

Now you know I like to stay positive when faced with adversity but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t sting a bit. I’ll be able to go on about my day but I wanted to share this with you. I think we all have certain perceptions of people based on the facts as we know it. The problem is some of these facts aren’t complete and some of them are completely inaccurate. Also, people change as they grow and learn about the world around them. I try everyday to find the good in everybody. I know it’s there. It may be down several layers. And sometimes it’s very difficult to get to. Sometimes it’s not worth the effort. Sometimes it is! I have learned that when you meet someone, they only give you a short glimpse of who they are. It’s takes trust to really open up to someone.

With this blog I’m really trying to open myself up and let people know who I am. I hope through my experiences you will learn something about yourself. Honestly I’m still working on trusting myself enough to let you completely inside. I hope you support me on this journey as I will always try to support you on yours.

I sent the person who inspired this post a reply. I wished him to have a nice day and I asked him to come read my blog. I hope he does. Thanks for the inspiration!

With Passion,
William