QUARANTINE LIFE: TUESDAY THOUGHTS

See for yourself. 

Maybe secondhand information is reliable, but what you can discover or learn by making an effort is invaluable. Relying on the observations, interpretations, suggestions, and opinions of others may be your only options sometimes, but when you can grasp the severity, importance, beauty, or truth of a thing with your own senses, you can proceed, and conclude from a place of authority and objectivity. You may even allay fears, answer questions, and rest easier.

Speak for yourself. No one can say it like you can with the intent and sincerity a situation deserves. The words they choose may not be purely motivated, or representative of your sentiments. Say what you need to say—directly.

Hear for yourself. They may not take good notes. They may omit crucial points. They may not value what matters to you, or have the ability to read between the lines. 

There’s no need to wonder or linger in the dark when you can know for yourself. Mind who you’re taking marching orders from. Consider that the barriers others impose aren’t theirs to move, monitor, or enforce. 

Everything is not a group project. There are times when you’re glad you’re not in “the loop”. You are under no obligation to abide by their rules, timelines, schedules, or be hindered by the games they play. The only power they actually have is what they hope you imagine based on their narrative. Your own trust and gullibility are often the building blocks of walls strategically erected to keep you out.

See for yourself. You’ll never lament saying, “But I thought…”, “But they said…”, “I wish I had…”, or “Why didn’t someone tell me?”

When it’s possible to know, get the information for yourself. Peace of mind, reassurance, clear air, and relief may be the result.