Against the Grain aims to spark thought, challenge thinking, and encourages each reader to be the best version of themselves possible. Some discussions may be mildly uncomfortable; some may be enlightening. We’ll approach each with an open mind and willingness to explore what we may not always understand, for it’s in being uncomfortable that we’ll find growth.
Let’s discuss a topic that can help us have deeeeper meaningful relationships. It is a common perception that everyone lives in the same reality, but what if we really didn’t? What I mean by this, is just because you and I are sitting in the same place, let’s say a local restaurant, we are not experiencing it the same way. If I am from a busy, larger family, the bustling restaurant may feel comfortable and “home like”, if you are an only child of two working parents, the restaurant may seem loud and overstimulating. Same environment, two totally different experiences. My challenge to you is to gather more information about those around you, to learn to understand the world from their perspective, how does it differ from your own? Can you use this technique to deepen your understanding of others, it might result in more patience and kindness for others who are different from ourselves.
Be kind to one another.
B. Grainne
