Do you know this metaphor about the glass, that is either half full... or half empty...?
Some would say: The optimist is the one that sees the glass half full. The pessimist is the one that sees the glass half empty.
And basically: There are different ways to look at the same thing.
What if the the same applies to the human beings we meet in life?
And I thought...
We can habitually focus on the ugly, the flaws and mistakes in people, or the beautiful, goodness and strengths.
Two ways of looking at a human being and if we want it or not: One way makes us feel good, safe, open, loving. The other way makes us feel closed, anxious, stiff and superficial.
What if it's often not us who create "social problems" - but simply the conditioning of our minds over the years?
And what if everything that can be conditioned, can also be re-conditioned?
The good news: Unlike the water in the glass, our way of perceiving people has the potential for great positive effects in others.
The common sense-science: Someone that feels loved, accepted and respected is more likely to open up, perform, create and put aside fear and insecurities.
I believe this is not only helpful with coworkers, strangers and neighbors, but a doorstep for deep, loving and intimate relationships.
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