So, public situations often arise in which I can share personal bits of myself. But often, I opt out of sharing. I often wonder to myself why I choose this so I’ve given it a great deal of thought over the past few years.
Often as others are sharing I’ll listen and feel as though my story is either not as relevant or not as important. I often wouldn’t mind sharing and even found myself sharing a story that was fairly painful to me with a near stranger just tonight. So despite a vivid memory of being called standoffish or unwilling to share and open up, I cannot agree. I often place myself at a level of lower importance when it comes to group settings. I just believe that my sharing is not necessary to the dealings of the group.
Another thought I’ve had on the subject is that possibly I was interrupted or disregarded enough that I just eventually gave up trying to voice my opinion. That particular idea sounds somewhat selfish, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be a legitimate idea.
These are all personal opinions. I have no idea what or which the true culprit is, but maybe I’ll share more in the future. Who knows. In my case, I guess that would be the place of a therapist. Either way, sharing is tough sometimes. What do you guys think about sharing and what do you wish you would share? Please feel free to share with me.
Danielle M
Albinism Up Close 