I think what many are craving is a sense of 'normal', the way things once were. If you're lucky, normal might have been just fine but it's worth acknowledging that that's not the case for everyone. Of course the easy thing to do would be nothing and just let things go back to what they … Continue reading Welcoming normal
Tag: perspective
Who determines your self-worth?
For many people, how they value or see themselves comes from other people. This might be great when people are treating you well and constantly telling you how great you are but when not so much when you’re treated and being spoken of poorly. You go from feeling good about yourself to not feeling good … Continue reading Who determines your self-worth?
Defending what you know
So often we cling to the familiarity of what we know. We cling so hard that we're unable to see any other option as viable. Even when what we know is no longer working, we resist change because that means we have to learn a new way of doing things and maybe change our perspective. … Continue reading Defending what you know
If I was you…
It's easy to pass judgements on other peoples choices. 'If I was you I'd have...' 'Maybe if you ..... then this wouldn't have happened' But your judgement is rarely being sought out so maybe think about ways to be helpful instead. Sometimes when a person is riled up, frustrated and they take action it's not … Continue reading If I was you…
The outsiders mentality
People that think they're outsiders act like outsiders. The idea of being an outsider is often a self-fulfilling prophecy, something that is brought into existence rather than being totally true in the first place. When the thought comes into your mind, as soon as you hold onto it and allow it to become a part … Continue reading The outsiders mentality
Why it’s so hard to change
You spend a large amount of your formative years trying to figure yourself out. You're favourite colour, what you like to eat and the kinds of movies you like to watch. But it goes much deeper than that. Perhaps it's what political party you want to support, your career path, whether you want to get … Continue reading Why it’s so hard to change
Singer, Mistress and Spy
We often have a habit of having a very shallow view of popular people. Not in the materialistic sense but instead that we forget to perceive the depth of a human being in these kinds of people. We take them at face value, as 2D versions of their true selves forgetting to consider that they … Continue reading Singer, Mistress and Spy
Engrossed in the work
When you think of work, what sort of works come to mind? Is it fun, exciting, thought provoking, challenging and interesting... or is it more along the lines of boring, difficult, repetitive and time consuming? Work often comes with a negative connotation that has nothing to do with the actual work. The truth is work … Continue reading Engrossed in the work
The right thing to do
Sometimes right and wrong is hazy. Other times right and wrong is black and white. The interesting part is when 2 groups come together with 2 different perspectives. In the current state of the world, many would argue that the right thing to do is stay home as much as possible and practice social distancing. … Continue reading The right thing to do
Going round in circles
Sometimes you get caught in a loop that you'd rather not be in. Two people with who see the world differently are likely to end up going round in circles when they try to explain their point of view. But it's also important to talk to people that think differently to you. It broadens your … Continue reading Going round in circles
The Daily Gemm 