You must first taste the bitterness of the lemon to be able to really appreciate the sweetness of the orange.
Reinaldo Bravo (2010)
Life is like an ocean, you have to ******* drown in it to feel its intensity
Johnny Depp (playing George Jung) in the movie – Blow
Public life, private life, secret life
The more you share about yourself, the more you want to protect what is most sacred to you and what really inspires your thoughts. My passions are kept private for fear of having nothing to hold onto if I expose everything about myself.
Some conversations are better enjoyed in privacy, some thoughts are best kept in your mind.
Self-centred/censored behaviour
Blogging and publishing information about yourself online definitely turns you into more of a self-conscious and ego-centric person. Despite the fact that your hobbies, experiences and preferences can be shared among millions, you’ve never felt so alone.
Those things that generate great interest for you are not being shared to people that you trust but to anyone and everyone. Instead of expressing yourself as genuinely as possible, you find yourself second-guessing your readers and adapting your content for their enjoyment.
Farewell to spiritual privacy
I’ll tell you, it’s really hard to fully let go and be yourself. There’s no one reading but then again, everyone you know could be viewing your content tomorrow. This is a test of your self-confidence.
- Am I too boring for my friends?
- Are my attempts at writing pathetic?
- Should I not waste my time on embarrassing myself?
All are valid questions.
Philosophy
I’ll finish off by adding something about myself. I’m a proud person as I believe everything that has come to me has been a blessing, I believe that I’m guided by the best of values and that my contribution to any activity is a constructive one that unites, educates and enables those around me. You never work in isolation and there is always an opportunity to do good.
It’s important to relish the happy times and take satisfaction in your accomplishments – whether private or well known. This reinforcement enables you to continue to make greater positive impacts throughout your life.
Maybe I try to come across as wise, maybe I spend too much time thinking in my head and maybe my philosophy isn’t sufficiently explored. (maybe my writing style could be better practised also).
I take joy in simplicity. You do what you can when you can. You’ve got to do things that make you happy and proud, provided you are guided by the right sentiments and values, your actions will be appreciated by those whose favour you’re seeking.
…that’s about it for tonight.