Every Person is an Opportunity
“Every man I meet is my superior in some way. In that, I learn of him.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson
I need to recognize that every person is superior to me in some way, whether its knowledge of a particular subject, or level of a particular skill. I can learn and connect to a great potential source of knowledge with each person that walks past me, sits next to me in class, or that I BS with whenever.
I realize that I do love and enjoy listening to other peoples’ thoughts and opinions on life and the world. I love hearing stories and encounters from friends and strangers. Yet, I find myself not taking advantage of these opportunities that arise. I need to remember that every person is an opportunity. So next time you meet anyone new, or meet with someone you already know, seize the moment, and listen and learn whatever you can from everyone.
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I'm currently a full time student at Sacramento State University, where I'm studying Journalism and Communications. At 2o years old, I frequently face the question of what I want to do in my life. This blog serves as a platform for myself to write and explore about Personal Development, Lifestyle Design, Interpersonal Communication, and anything random that interests me. I enjoy watching basketball and real football (soccer). I'm also a racquetball enthusiast.
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I agree. Growing up abroad without many kids my age around I had to learn real fast to drop the self-centeredness that plagues adolescence - my having a social life with adults depended on it. I learned to listen and actively ask questions, to probe. Some can take offense at it but it is how I best got to know people.
Reminds me of a great Keith Ferrazzi quote (Author of “NEVER EAT ALONE)
“Once you realize there is no benefit to holding back, every person every situation every situation no matter of seemingly beyond your reach - becomes an opportunity to succeed. ”
So true. Great blog by the way. I look forward to reading it.