DIFFERENCES
Sibling even twins have differences. No one in this world is exactly alike. Even cloning can not make a cloned person accurately the exact copy of the one being cloned. We are all unique. My life experiences are different from other people. The way we interpret life and the events around us has been influenced by so many factors that are uniquely to our own life.
In psychological sense, we all live in our own separate reality. The things that make me happy might seem not important with others. I cry watching romantic movies but other people might laugh at me because of my sentimentality. I scream sometimes whenever I feel depressed, but (I think) my neighbors think that I’m offensive (I hope not). But that’s how I express my feelings; it’s how I pour my heart out instead of crying.
My opinion regarding certain issues might be different from others. But it doesn’t mean that I’m right and they are wrong – or vice versa. The way we see life will always seem correct – to ourselves. There are times that I don’t see things the way other people do. I admit that sometimes I get irritated with this. But I’m trying my best to overcome this emotion.
I always want to live a peaceful life. Everywhere around us is full of conflict. Countries fight for supremacy. The powerful government is telling the world that they want to solve the differences and want to find peace. But look what is happening right now. I cannot do anything about this. No amount of rallies or petition can we urge those in power to stop this nonsense. I am thinking of what I can do as individual to effect changes in my life and other people’s lives (especially my loved ones).
It’s all about genuine respect. We must respect each other’s opinion and preference. We can stand firm with our opinions and values, but we can do it with understanding and compassion of the other person’s opinion as well. Try to listen intently with other people’s thoughts and ideas because from there you can also learn something very important. The differences in every one of us can bring out the best in you and me when we understand the value of tolerance and respect.
Gratitude journal: I was able to buy a new pair of black shoes. Thank you, God.
avi replied:
so so true “The differences in every one of us can bring out the best in you and me when we understand the value of tolerance and respect.” Probably why many of us choose partners that are completely opposite to ourselves. even though at times it can be difficult because we are so different, it is a gift that brings out the best in ourselves especially when we understand and respect. Well said. U should run for president!!!
and congrats on your new shoes
*huggggs*
2006, July 06 at 12:09 pm. Permalink.
joy-joy replied:
but dont u wish sometimes u have an exact copy of urself so u can point at her whenever you make a mistake? hehehehe.
take care lani and thanks for posting your poll vote. im still waiting for another hundred bloggers to vote so i can process the data.
2006, July 06 at 12:26 pm. Permalink.
joy-joy replied:
oh by the way, nice site you have here. very feminine. *winks*
2006, July 06 at 12:27 pm. Permalink.
Lani replied:
Definitely, I will run for presidency, Avi. President of Avi’s kindness fans club
2006, July 06 at 12:51 am. Permalink.
Lani replied:
Joy-joy,
Thanks for dropping by. Ye, I wish I have one so that there’s someone to blame whenever I did something wrong.
Well, I’m very feminine. You can ask Avi how feminine I am
Take care also. I link you here.
2006, July 06 at 12:54 am. Permalink.
avicat replied:
heh!
2006, July 06 at 8:15 am. Permalink.
avicat replied:
ok lets start the fan club — but dont make me treasurer or we’ll be broke!!
2006, July 06 at 8:28 am. Permalink.
joy-joy replied:
i will link you to my site, definitely. take care.
2006, July 06 at 12:39 am. Permalink.