Embrace your flaws and low points-
it's the only way you'll truly appreciate
it's the only way you'll truly appreciate
your moments of greatness.
Let just be real: Far too often, many of us- myself included- prefer to cast a dark shadow over our imperfections or our "not made for social network" moments in life; Only showcasing our life's highlight reel. You know what I'm talking about. I'm not advocating that you share with the world all the things that go on throughout your life or your mind...that would get some of y'all kicked out the church, single again, or in the unemployment line as soon as yesterday... but I am saying rather it be publicly or privately, take time to embrace those parts of your life too. Embracing your flaws and your low points doesn't necessarily mean you have to hold onto it forever, some things you have to let go of and grow from. (You can decide on what those are.) This is more about developing an appreciation for the arc of life. Along that arc there may be moments of failure, self doubt, lapses in judgement or character, and etc. There may also be moments of triumph, overwhelming confidence, choice of right action, and etc.
If you've found a way to be perfect, sell the answer and buy an island, if not I'm going to assume you are human. Being open about who you are, to yourself and with other's, eliminates the pressure of keeping up an impossible facade. It's freeing. Minus Jesus Christ, no one can be on their "A-Game" 24/7-365; It's not realistic and people may began to loathe your presence because they can't relate to your perfection. "Real recognize real" and when you allow yourself to be human, people instantly connect with you because they can see a piece of you that is also in themselves.
I'm a big proponent of loving yourself and throughout self evaluation we may find more imperfections or discover that we may even be the cause for some of our low points; allow yourself to be okay with those findings! Those findings are what will make you and your life experiences uniquely different from someone elses. Imperfections alone are something to embrace and what you don't like, you're always free to change.
There's a saying that goes, "Sunny days wouldn't be the same if it wasn't for rain and joy wouldn't feel so good if it wasn't for pain." That saying reminds me that a little pain and rain can play a vital role in the extent to which we appreciate the joy and the sunny days in our life. I believe once we embrace the natural ebb and flows that come with being human, the awareness can go a long way towards truly appreciating the times when you're peaking towards personal greatness.
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I am a big fan of your piece "America In Four Minutes." And would love to include it in a Program Oral Interpretation for my upcoming Speech and Debate Season. However, in order for me to use it, it must be published on an National Speech and Debate Association approved website, and it hasn't been.
ReplyDeleteTherefore, I was wondering if you be willing to publish a transcript of your spoken word on Poem Hunter.
If you have any questions, I will be glad to answer them!
Thank you for the consideration.