Wednesday, October 5, 2016

Bubble


      Living inside a self-imposed bubble may provide a sense of protection and comfort.  We may perceive danger outside, so the stronger we make the wall, the safer we will feel.
     Our bubble may consist of layers of insulation created by our parents, by our opinions, and by our emotions.  Sometimes the wall becomes so think, we can't see out.  We seal ourselves inside  to provide an environment for the life we want.
     Without any input from outside, the inside can become stale, imagination may be stifled, and the view of reality can get distorted.  As we influence others to reside in our bubble, we may feel safety in numbers.
     No matter how much we wish to protect ourselves from perceived dangers, other ideas and events invade our comfort zone and force us to realize that our "facts" are just our opinions.  Shock and disillusionment may follow as the bubble pops.  You will survive and perhaps gain a clearer view of reality. 

Saturday, October 1, 2016

Interruptions


      Busy with an activity or trying to make a point in a conversation, then something or someone causes a temporary halt.  Irritation may arise, but perhaps the interruption may be necessary or beneficial.  You may be neglecting an equally important happening or idea from someone else.
     We are taught not to interrupt until the other person is "finished," that we should take turns at appropriate times.  Formal debates are supposed to go by the rules, but often the moderator cannot control the situation or the participants are just rude.
     When something becomes dangerous, we appreciate a warning.  When someone interrupts our train of thought, we may become annoyed.  On the other hand, when someone is monopolizing the conversation, we have the option to break in and balance the situation.  When someone is paying more attention to their technology gadgets and ignoring opportunities to have face-to-face communication, interrupt.  Have good manners, follow agreed-upon rules, but don't give away your right to improve a situation or stop a wrong.
     When watching TV, we may hear the words: We interrupt this program for an important message or breaking news.  We appreciate pertinent information.  When we wish to interrupt in a conversation, we need to make sure our comments are pertinent.  Interruptions can be rude or may be necessary to maintain a good conversation.