Why Are We So Quick To Judge?

August 13, 2009 | Ryan | Comments 3

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For all 23 years of my life, I have been in this mindset that NO one is like me. And you know what, I’m completely right There is NO one like me on the face of this planet. Sure, there are many people who share similar views as I do, BUT there are no two people that are EXACTLY alike. Here’s the problem with the way I was thinking, I would automatically judge people most of the time before I even get a chance to talk to them. I use to think, look at that guy/girl they think they are better than everyone or look at what that person is wearing. Most of the time, I would never say anything to anybody about it, but I would think it. I know most of you reading this are thinking, Gosh, I do that a lot myself.

Here’s some advice: Quit thinking about the differences and focus on what you have in common. Don’t judge a book by its cover. Susan Boyle, a recent hit on Britain’s Got Talent came out on the stage in an old fashion dress. This single 47 year old woman, who’s never been kissed by the way, sang “I Dreamed A Dream” from the Les Miserables Broadway Musical. Right before she sang, Simon asked her who she would like to be as successful as and she said Elaine Page. The entire audience chuckled and both Simon and the other judge gave a look like “yeah, right”. Before you watch this video, I want you to see how much she is concentrating at 1:46. Her FOCUS on the task at hand is incredible. Call me crazy but I can almost feel it right before she sings. I have watched this video way too many times, but it gives me chills every time and has taught me a valuable lesson, never judge a book by its cover. If I would have seen this woman walking on the street, most likely I would have never given her a second look. If she would have walked up to me and said she wanted to be a singer, I would have laughed at her too.

Now take a few minutes out of your day and listen to the incredible Susan Boyle sing…

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The thing that I love about her is how humble she is about her singing. This video made me realize, why do we all sit around and look at the differences we have. We should focus on the similarities and build each other up. I have made a promise to myself (and now to those of you reading this) that I should only focus on how I can connect with others. To only think postive things about other people, and to NOT judge anyone. Everyone on this planet has challenges they face each day, why NOT help them along their journey instead of hindering them?

Ryan K Jones