My Opinion Matters

I quietly observe and assess situations because this gives me the time to form my thoughts and opinions.  Because it takes me time to work through this, I rarely have the opportunity to share them once they have been formed; because the time has passed and it just doesn't feel necessary any longer.

I found myself in a different situation this weekend and I had an overwhelming need to talk about my opinions; this is not a feeling I am used too and was unsure how to approach it.  But with this being the year all about me...I had to do it, I gave my opinion.

While thinking about how I would approach the subject, it forced me to ask myself why is this so difficult for me to begin with?  Here is what I came up with.

1. I don't always know how to tactfully express my opinion
2. I put other peoples feelings ahead of mine

Both of these reasons should never stop me, but they have.  I will confess, this was probably one of the most difficult things I done, as well as one of the most liberating.  This conversation opened dialog, removed resentment and frankly lowered my blood pressure.

What lesson have I learned (I hope).  My opinion matters.

The year all about me so far is filled with allot of self discovery and self awareness and this may not be the best read, however I feel I have to learn a bit more about me and the why's, before I can get the courage to venture outside my comfort zone.

Well, stay tuned because I may be out of my comfort zone after next weekend, if the courage stays strong (crossed fingers)  I may have something exciting to post.

As always, thanks for stopping by