There are times when we overcome tough times and achieve great things and can’t help but share this with others, especially those we know. We feel compelled to let others know that just as we made it, they can too. Whoever has an ear to listen, we kindly share our experiences with them because we believe somehow it will help and inspire them. This is not boasting. In fact for many it is a selfless kind of love and even requires them to come out of their comfort zone and expose themselves for the sake of others. Such people are often misjudged, criticized and accused of showing off when in fact they are not. There are simply bringing hope to others. I admire such people.
However, talking too much about your achievements, possessions or abilities in an excessive way merely to big yourself up and pump up your ego is boasting. There is no love here, just pride. I have been around such people and they dominate the majority of the conversation, make you feel small in the process because you have not achieved what they have and don’t give off a good impression about themselves which is quite bad. Their character is demeaned because they boast so much.
I remember when I used to boast a lot about nice things I had simply as a way of making myself feel and look good, hiding the emptiness and insecurities I felt inside of me. When I found Love, I did not have to boast anymore because I don’t need to impress anyone. I simply be myself and those who like great, those who don’t, great too!
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