Something has been bugging me! Negativity!
This has presented a challenge in writing this blog because I did not want it to sound negative, the very thing that has been bugging me!
Let me just say that I love the opportunities that the "internet” presents. To me, it is like a multitude of doors are open to connections. Or, this is funny because the picture just popped in my mind, one huge transparent wall now open to all my contacts! So, for me, the internet is a good and positive thing, and allows opportunities to write in a delightful variety of ways while being in contact with friends and family.
But, like every good thing, it can be used for harm. Depending on the use, the user can actually hide behind the anonymity of it all. If a person feels anonymous, the guard and restraint comes down, and things are written (said) or done that otherwise would not be. I have been floored by some of the things I have read- some directed at "regular" people and others at public figures-just horrible, negative and many times untruthful thoughts. There is no face-to-face contact, what does it matter?
In that same vein, I believe one's talent- or gift- is given for good purposes. I think it is meant for edification- for good, the uplifting of others- not for destruction or harm to others. I would rather speak (write) favor over someone- to encourage them. Now, of course, not everyone who types something into a website, blog or even comments section is called to the purpose of writing. But, still, the words are tools. Used mindlessly or harmfully, the words have the same effect on both the writer and reader- it causes harm, discouragement and even depression and anxiety.
I have said it before, and I will say it again- words do have power. Really, anything we “feed on” affects us- our thinking and our actions. My goal and hope is that what I write has a positive effect on others- whether it is uplifting and edifying, or simply entertaining and makes someone smile!
Like other actions in life, I do believe “what we sow, so shall we reap”.
Have a wonderful, creative and positive day!
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