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At work we have Employee Resource Groups, I am attending one on disability next week. I have learned a great deal from all different groups created at my work,
I live a pretty isolated life
and interact with few people . . .
most of my opportunity to learn from someone different from me
lives in places like this,
where people ask questions and want to grow,
and in books.
Always an avid reader,
I miss it terribly
and would like to change a few things in my life
to open up some time for getting back to it.
The more I read
the more I see myself,
even in the most unlikely of characters . . .
I am revealed to myself,
sometimes reluctantly,
but always honestly
and this gives me a chance to make positive changes.
Reading
also gives me insight into others
and helps me to see the multi- dimensionality
of people who I cannot relate to,
because I had previously painted them in one colour.
Good or bad,
I can see all of them in me,
find me somewhere
in all of them. ♥
I just got back home from California. I used to be critical of people there, as I felt many seemed to live based on social status and appearance. But after returning to Minnesota, I realized there’s no right or wrong way to live, just different ways of defining happiness. I’m content with my simple life, and people in California find joy in their more luxurious lifestyles.
This opportunity comes along pretty much every single day if I’m paying attention and open to learning.
I’m going to a traffic safety conference this coming week. It will be a mix of people from various backgrounds, professions, and perspectives (opinions) on how we can reduce the number of people killed by traffic violence. I say “violence” because someone striking you with a 2-ton+ steel box creates a violent, often deadly impact. Some of the people at this conference likely would disagree with my use of this phrase, for starters. I’ll try to listen with genuine curiosity and find points of connection and common ground.
I took a walk with a work colleague a few days ago. She is upbeat, cheerful and very friendly as well as practical and level-headed. I appreciate her warmth since I tend to be reserved and have developed a habit of being judgmental which people can often pick up.
I am honest and thoughtful. I like this about myself.
But I would like to be realistic without being overly critical of others.
That opportunity just came very recently when Ngoc was gone for almost 2 months. I learned about my culture and how to put myself in a more favorable position to receive care without string-pulling and having to depend on backstage politics. This sets myself up well for the future when she goes to Vietnam 4-6 weeks every summer to visit her side of the family. Now, it’s a matter of carrying lessons learned from various types along the way from one stage to another.
I can’t think of a particular person or situation, but
I am always learning from the people I encounter.
And of course there are books. I’m not reading anything right now, but through reading I have learned so much about people that have had a different experience than I have had. And maybe that’s the point. People aren’t so different after all.
I too,
learn from reading,
dear Charlie . . .
it opens up the whole world of different cultures,
different ways of living,
and how we all interact with each other . . .
love books. ♥
As other have mentioned, such opportunities are everywhere with the right frame of mind. Today, I intend to be open to what the day brings, and accept life with gentle curiosity.
To me this is a good question that requires thoughtfulness about who I’m being. I don’t see it as a trick question but rather an opportunity to go deeper.
On a daily basis at my work place. My two close coworkers, both married w/children though one now widowed, have completely different views of life and life experiences I’ve never had. We interact well. Occasionally there’s disagreements, and we all grow from that too. I’m grateful for both of them, and grateful I’m single over the years. Happy weekend all☀️🌺
I get this opportunity daily with my husband. We are great together, but don’t always think alike. And even at the yoga studio there are opportunities. We have a beautiful, diverse community of teachers and students, and sharing our life experiences always offers growth of some sort if we pay attention.
Most probably in every encounter, as each one has something to share about other than my own limited experience, and of course, here as well in this space! Reading your comments always give something to ponder on, inspiring to reflect and reply.
I immediately thought of the line you shared from a farmer who told you years ago that everyone you meet knows something you don’t know. I think of this often.
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At work we have Employee Resource Groups, I am attending one on disability next week. I have learned a great deal from all different groups created at my work,
I live a pretty isolated life
and interact with few people . . .
most of my opportunity to learn from someone different from me
lives in places like this,
where people ask questions and want to grow,
and in books.
Always an avid reader,
I miss it terribly
and would like to change a few things in my life
to open up some time for getting back to it.
The more I read
the more I see myself,
even in the most unlikely of characters . . .
I am revealed to myself,
sometimes reluctantly,
but always honestly
and this gives me a chance to make positive changes.
Reading
also gives me insight into others
and helps me to see the multi- dimensionality
of people who I cannot relate to,
because I had previously painted them in one colour.
Good or bad,
I can see all of them in me,
find me somewhere
in all of them. ♥
Thank you for your reply, dear sparrow.
I hope it spoke to you,
dear Ose . . . ♥
I just got back home from California. I used to be critical of people there, as I felt many seemed to live based on social status and appearance. But after returning to Minnesota, I realized there’s no right or wrong way to live, just different ways of defining happiness. I’m content with my simple life, and people in California find joy in their more luxurious lifestyles.
My Ngoc, it’s just incompatible lifestyles. More reasons already for us to stay in Minnesota forever.
This opportunity comes along pretty much every single day if I’m paying attention and open to learning.
I’m going to a traffic safety conference this coming week. It will be a mix of people from various backgrounds, professions, and perspectives (opinions) on how we can reduce the number of people killed by traffic violence. I say “violence” because someone striking you with a 2-ton+ steel box creates a violent, often deadly impact. Some of the people at this conference likely would disagree with my use of this phrase, for starters. I’ll try to listen with genuine curiosity and find points of connection and common ground.
I took a walk with a work colleague a few days ago. She is upbeat, cheerful and very friendly as well as practical and level-headed. I appreciate her warmth since I tend to be reserved and have developed a habit of being judgmental which people can often pick up.
I am honest and thoughtful. I like this about myself.
But I would like to be realistic without being overly critical of others.
In everyday life.
That opportunity just came very recently when Ngoc was gone for almost 2 months. I learned about my culture and how to put myself in a more favorable position to receive care without string-pulling and having to depend on backstage politics. This sets myself up well for the future when she goes to Vietnam 4-6 weeks every summer to visit her side of the family. Now, it’s a matter of carrying lessons learned from various types along the way from one stage to another.
I can’t think of a particular person or situation, but
I am always learning from the people I encounter.
And of course there are books. I’m not reading anything right now, but through reading I have learned so much about people that have had a different experience than I have had. And maybe that’s the point. People aren’t so different after all.
I too,
learn from reading,
dear Charlie . . .
it opens up the whole world of different cultures,
different ways of living,
and how we all interact with each other . . .
love books. ♥
Great answer, Charlie. No need to overthink. “Work smarter, not harder.” That was a smart answer. Ultimately, we’re all the same.
As other have mentioned, such opportunities are everywhere with the right frame of mind. Today, I intend to be open to what the day brings, and accept life with gentle curiosity.
Nice simple answer, Drea. A question like this one is a trick question to test if we’re overthinking or not.
To me this is a good question that requires thoughtfulness about who I’m being. I don’t see it as a trick question but rather an opportunity to go deeper.
Mabe, you just gave me another answer. As the old saying goes, the proof is in the putting.
Today – today is a new day with errands to run and new possibilities.
Wishing everyone a peaceful weekend☮
Likewise Michele!
On a daily basis at my work place. My two close coworkers, both married w/children though one now widowed, have completely different views of life and life experiences I’ve never had. We interact well. Occasionally there’s disagreements, and we all grow from that too. I’m grateful for both of them, and grateful I’m single over the years. Happy weekend all☀️🌺
I get this opportunity daily with my husband. We are great together, but don’t always think alike. And even at the yoga studio there are opportunities. We have a beautiful, diverse community of teachers and students, and sharing our life experiences always offers growth of some sort if we pay attention.
Most probably in every encounter, as each one has something to share about other than my own limited experience, and of course, here as well in this space! Reading your comments always give something to ponder on, inspiring to reflect and reply.
I feel the same way, Ose. Every encounter is an opportunity! And everyone here brings so much to reflect upon.
I can learn from all people and all beings, if I only open my eyes, ears, mind and most importantly, my heart. Peace and love.
I immediately thought of the line you shared from a farmer who told you years ago that everyone you meet knows something you don’t know. I think of this often.