We all have perceptions or views of certain things based on our own make-up and experiences. Sometimes we agree with those around us and in some cases we are going completely against the flow. I think, most of the time we are aware of our stand in relation to those around us. You can generally gauge the level of acceptance or rejection through conversation and people's general demeanor towards you. Depending on your degree of passion and fervency for the issue, you may try and win over those who have alternative views or possibly just sit back quietly and observe or even be swayed to the alternative.
What happens when your viewpoint is all that you are able to see?
You have no idea of any other possible condition or circumstance that is actually very real in other people's lives. There may be a such a disconnect that the people seem to actually live in different realms. A friend reminded me of a seem in the Hobbit where there was absolute confusion when the hobbits were lost in the Mirkwood forest. Climbing to the top of the trees and breaking through the canopy revealed a completely different world. There was colour, light, air and a different view of the surroundings. Sometimes we can be walking alongside somebody and not even realise the darkness they are experiencing. Sometimes we are so caught up in our own "canopy view" that we forget there are others lost in the forest. It's when we think our view is all that there is, that we have a major problem. We need to remind ourselves there are many fighting dark battles against sickness, depression, strife and rejection. Take a moment to really look at who is around you. Have a real conversation with them and just for a moment, see the world through their eyes. You may gain a greater appreciation and respect for the character that they are. The world could do with some more mutual respect.
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