Other people's evaluations can flip on a small piece of hearsay, can't they. Good mood means praise; bad mood means cold words. "Don't worry about it" is the easy thing to say. But it's not actually that simple.
Still, it's just a verdict in that moment. They're only seeing one side — not the whole, beautiful self that's actually there.
After all, even great artists in history were only recognized after they died, so you can always go, "The world just hasn't caught up to me yet!" (lol). Even in the smaller everyday moments — when you're about to cross the road and the light turns green at just the right time, you can think, "Look at me, I even bent the traffic light to my will!" That kind of thing.
So true because as complex, emotionally and psychologically wired - human - it's not easy to shake off disappointment and hurt.
I liked your comparison to some of the most respected, beloved artists. They had to die to be fully and more widespread appreciated. There's definitely hope for you! For all of us, hopefully! People just need to discover you, gain exposure and "see." We can keep doing it for others along our journey, in whatever workplace, business, endeavor or relationship.
Same for any recognition: observers, doubters and critics. Their eyesight, so to speak, might be blurry. The minds muddled. Doesn't make someone any less.
I enjoyed this -> "Even in the smaller everyday moments — when you're about to cross the road and the light turns green at just the right time, you can think, 'Look at me, I even bent the traffic light to my will!'"
You are so kind. It's meaningful and I thank you for saying what you did. I enjoy your work and thank you for trusting me to have a discussion in interview form. The topic is something about which so many people can relate and what you communicated will be helpful.
One of the most difficult leadership lessons is continuing to do quality work when nobody is watching, applauding, or rewarding it. Character is often revealed in those moments more than in the celebrated ones. Have a good weekend, Michael :)
Other people's evaluations can flip on a small piece of hearsay, can't they. Good mood means praise; bad mood means cold words. "Don't worry about it" is the easy thing to say. But it's not actually that simple.
Still, it's just a verdict in that moment. They're only seeing one side — not the whole, beautiful self that's actually there.
After all, even great artists in history were only recognized after they died, so you can always go, "The world just hasn't caught up to me yet!" (lol). Even in the smaller everyday moments — when you're about to cross the road and the light turns green at just the right time, you can think, "Look at me, I even bent the traffic light to my will!" That kind of thing.
"But it's not actually that simple."
So true because as complex, emotionally and psychologically wired - human - it's not easy to shake off disappointment and hurt.
I liked your comparison to some of the most respected, beloved artists. They had to die to be fully and more widespread appreciated. There's definitely hope for you! For all of us, hopefully! People just need to discover you, gain exposure and "see." We can keep doing it for others along our journey, in whatever workplace, business, endeavor or relationship.
Same for any recognition: observers, doubters and critics. Their eyesight, so to speak, might be blurry. The minds muddled. Doesn't make someone any less.
I enjoyed this -> "Even in the smaller everyday moments — when you're about to cross the road and the light turns green at just the right time, you can think, 'Look at me, I even bent the traffic light to my will!'"
Thank you for this. You handled the topic with real care and I'm grateful for the conversation that got us here.
You are so kind. It's meaningful and I thank you for saying what you did. I enjoy your work and thank you for trusting me to have a discussion in interview form. The topic is something about which so many people can relate and what you communicated will be helpful.
One of the most difficult leadership lessons is continuing to do quality work when nobody is watching, applauding, or rewarding it. Character is often revealed in those moments more than in the celebrated ones. Have a good weekend, Michael :)
It's a challenge, for certain, that most people have faced, are facing or will experience.
I like the reframing that Calyn presented. It can be helpful in rewiring our interpretation and how we move forward.
Thank you for your comment and have a good weekend yourself, Neela.
Happy New Week Michael :)