Many people ask me why I write publicly about my personal life, my experiences, my feelings and the lessons I have learned on my ever evolving path.
Some people are really interested and caring and want to share their thoughts; others believe it is in “bad taste” to reveal one’s inner reality. A good face to the world — a persona to be accepted by all …pain and sometimes even joy–best kept to one’s self.
I remember my grandmother, who was from “the old country” warning us not to parade around talking about the good things in our life because the “bad spirit” would be jealous and would take them. Even the basket of a newborn had to have a red ribbon tied to it to frighten the spirit away.
My father said, “Children are to be seen and not heard.” Mother seemed to agree with this philosophy. As the eldest girl of three, I made myself invisible by reading obsessively and “hiding behind my book” as my mother claimed. Well, why not? Who was there to listen to me?
I became a psych major in college and a student of human behavior. To this day, I continue learning about myself, those around me and people in general. I found my greatest strengths to be my listening skills and my ability to share myself with others. I learned when I share, trust grows and relationships form. And, who knows, maybe some other soul will learn something from my journey.
Namaste,
Peace…
Once again, fabulous writing. I am glad you share your memories and stories, because they inspire and teach me. I love you!
Well Myrna , one of the most hard things to do for most of the people is to talk about memories, fellings , thoughts, and experiences, and that mske you the object of desire, or they like you or they hate you, but at the end , a gift is a gift and you have this beautiful gift to put the right words at the right moment , so we can remember or learn something new, I like people who can transfer thought and fellings in to wise. words, is always fantastic.
Senor Vazquez (or should I call you ‘Hector?” I am truly moved by your
kind and generous words. I don’t know when we first became Facebook friends,
but I know it’s been quite a while. Your posts and comments are always
sincere and positive. Many people love you and wish you the best.
I add my thanks for taking the time to let me know my work has meant something
to you. Gracias…