Finding Belief with Strangers
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Have you ever had a crazy idea or something you intend to execute, only to be told how unpracticable the idea is by those within your circle. It happens more often than we might imagine, and many people do not even take notice and simply dismiss such rebuttals as expressions of concern.
There may be an element of truth to rebuttals in the sense that they could be done out of genuine concern by those within our community. Sometimes though, such can lead to missed golden opportunities or/and regrets at a later date. Taking solace in the comfort of community is positive for development, but when it is felt even slightly that such an environment is becoming toxic to thought patterns and set goals, it may be better to step out, albeit temporarily.
Wandering Alone
Stepping out of the community, even for a brief period - ensures that we suddenly find ourselves exposed and alone. In these times comes our greatest moment of self doubt and reflection. There is the temptation immediately head back to the comforting arms of community that should be avoided at all cost. Intense time alone encourages the arrival of a desire to 'prove them wrong'.
Conquering Thyself
Before we prove anyone wrong, we first must prove ourselves right. Setting aside wishful thinking, we double check to make sure we're on the right path by improving dedication to our craft. When we're satisfied with ourselves, the desire to prove doubters wrong grows even stronger.
In Strangers Love
Validation. We all need it, it's the one thing that proves we're not totally crazy after all. Being a cast away, it becomes quite apparent that recognition must come loudly from outside to be heard at home, so we strive to make it happen.
Surprisingly, the reception from these total strangers are more encouraging than present within community. This boosts confidence as we expand our much sought after validation network, creating a voice so loud, it breaks down the walls of doubt from home.
There's so much value in stepping out of your circle to gain more perspective and come back as an individual who has more understanding and input to share.
The biggest example of this in my life is choosing to goto a private Buddhist college as a non-Buddhist.
I have always tended to be a lone wolf type, with a wide circle of acquaintances and a handful of friends throughout my life. I find this approach works best for me, and as you point out sometimes the best gems comes from people we just met.
I realized at an early age what the herd mentality was and understood insanity is communicable.
This one caught my eye. I have marveled at the fact most are capable of showing genuine love easiest to strangers. It is as though once there are chains of personal history it somehow makes those in the circle less lovable, like there are degrees one is eligible for dependent on the hoops that comes with the relationship.
Stepping out and mixing with various cultures has a way of changing or challenging our worldview.
Nicely written...
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By stepping outside our circle of friends and family, we can discover much about ourselves, without the 'box' they put us in... Maybe, you wish to try out a new role for yourself? It maybe almost impossible to do so, if the people in your circle are uncomfortable with you being outside their preconceived 'limits' they've placed on you?