What accounts for our ever-changing view of ourselves?

AlmostAtheist

Maybe you're not like this at all, maybe it's just me. But I find that at times I feel like I've got a lot to offer -- at work, with my kids, here on JWD. Even on stage. And other times, I feel like "What have I got to say that everybody else doesn't already think?" or "Who the hell am I to burst into this conversation with my probably-flawed opinion?" Don't get me wrong, I have the presupposition that most of my opinions are flawed -- but sometimes I'm more than happy to share them, and other times I can't face the prospect.

I just typed up a paragraph or two, then canceled the post under the influence of one of those "Oh this is stupid, nobody wants to read this" feelings. Yet it didn't look any different than any of the other tripe I regularly dish out.

Barring the occasional drunk-post, I would assume I sound pretty much the same from post to post. But I don't *feel* the same. Weird...

Anybody else have this feeling?

Dave

P.S. -- LOL, I found myself saying, "Maybe I shouldn't post this, it sounds stupid." That tears it, I'm posting it. (No, I'm not drunk)

ninja

I get that too mate....some days are better than others.....and I'm not drunk either....give me another 30 minutes though!!!!.....ninja

Paralipomenon

In the grand scheme of things, I don't think I have any particularally unique viewpoints, or special wisdom. What I do hope for though is for someone to challenge something I write (some things, not all)

That would enable me to further evaluate my own viewpoint. I guess for me it's more of a refining process.

I have typed up a few paragraphs, then when reading it over before posting think to myself. "Hmmm, I don't think I want everybody knowing this about myself" or "Am I open to discussing this, or am I just airing my view".

Then I decide whether to hit post or not.

Amber Rose

Yeah, I know what you're saying. I feel that way a lot too. Maybe sometimes other people's posts sound alot smarter so that makes a person feel dumber about his own opinions. I almost know what I am trying to say here...

Amber Rose

Yeah, I know what you're saying. I feel that way a lot too. Maybe sometimes other people's posts sound alot smarter so that makes a person feel dumber about his own opinions. I almost know what I am trying to say here...

done4good

Definately, Dave. I tend not to start too many new threads because I often feel that what I have to say has already been said so many times before. But, I'm learning to not care as much about that now.

j

serendipity

I sometimes think that way as well. Just yesterday, I was going to post about how celebrating major life events with someone makes the event even sweeter, but decided I might sound maudlin or pathetic so I didn't.

Other times I think maybe someone will read the post or hear the comment who hasn't heard it before. I'm amazed when I say something that seems like common sense and isn't particularly deep or profound (to me) and my audience applauds my wisdom.
<br><br>I share my thoughts and opinions as a way to connect with people, or ofer my insights in a situation that may need it. My mind may be my greatest gift (which isn't saying much) so I should use it to help others.

ex-nj-jw

I feel that way too, most times I want to start a thread then think, nobody wants to read this, not interesting, what makes me think what I have to say means a hill of beans to anyone??

So when I feel like that I just read other posts. Some days I feel that even if my opinion doesn't mean anything to anyone, I don't care and post anyway.

I know how you feel!!

nj

Crumpet

Anybody else have this feeling?
Dave
P.S. -- LOL, I found myself saying, "Maybe I shouldn't post this, it sounds stupid." That tears it, I'm posting it. (No, I'm not drunk)

Stop being so introspective you freak! LOL!

I think we all get that feeling of one day "I am amazing" and then look in the mirror and realise "Oops no I'm not". But its good that you do this reality check because otherwise your ego would go off the scale.

Serendipity - I loved your post to this thread, specially the applauding of what is common sense! So true - but sometimes when we are in the midst of our own problems its very hard to see clearly - and the right words from a fellow poster can get us back in touch with the solution. Its happened so many times for me. I honestly am overcome with laughter and emotion on a daily basis here by the kindness and intelligence and articulateness (is that a word even?) of every one here.

Sometimes I think who wants to hear about my phonebill/foot fetish/bra mishaps/sexual desperation? And I consider not posting. But then I do anyway!

golf2

Being short, sports/baseball was my religion, one of the things you learn and except is, you win some games and you ALSO lose games. Home run hitters strike out more often than hitting home runs.

Try playing golf and you'll get my drift.

Golf

What accounts for our ever-changing view of ourselves?

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