I have tended to be silent and listen to others, most of my life. Except when invited to share, I rarely insert myself into group conversations to tell stories as it seems most (many) folks like to do. As an introvert, group conversations have not been my place to shine. Yet, I often have perspectives that others appreciate, and that I enjoy feeling heard.
It has taken me quite a long time to arrive at this awareness that my words could be welcomed and appreciated by others. With this awareness an urge has arisen in me to share my perspectives in a public and lasting way, that they may in some way add a meaningful drop in the ocean of public discourse.
I hold no illusion that I will suddenly gain a following of readers and yet I imagine it could be gratifying to point folks to my blog where I offer bits of my understanding of this world we share and continually co-create.
Topics of my posts will be diverse as I am interested in and fascinated by many things. I enjoy observing and thinking about small bits of the world we inhabit, exploring perspectives, and imagining ways we might want to take advantage of, or work to change, that which is real.
Most of my life, I have been afraid to share my thoughts and creations,though I have always enjoyed creating and thinking. I have feared I might be attacked, or seen as one with nothing valuable to contribute to the discourse. I imagine that no one will be interested in what I have to share, or that my words might be quoted in such a way as to make it seem that I have repugnant views, and that I will be ostracized because of what I have shared.
As I look deeper I fear no one will notice or care. This last fear may prove true, but even if it comes to pass that no one reads what I write, this is not a sufficient reason not to write.
Finally, as I am no longer seeking employment or a position that might be denied me due to me being seen negatively, I can let go of my fears and follow my desire to contribute, to be seen and heard.
Topic areas I plan to explore include and are not limited to:
- Ergonomics of everyday life
- Sustainability
- Observations
- Imaginings