This concept helped me forgive myself for some stinkin thinking I’ve had in my history. I’ve been offensive once or twice because my irrational thoughts always seem to reach the open air. They become comments in one way, shape, or form. Knowledge has helped me heal, so if there is anyone out there who has struggled with, ahem, bigotry or maybe sexism there is probably more to the story.
I also want to add that I’m not aspiring to become a “regular” or anything. I know I’ve come out guns blazing of late. I view these topics as my greatest hits, and I will run out of things to say shortly. I only discovered this topic a month ago and it made me feel better about myself.
Thanks for relating. One example for me is that I tend to draw too many conclusions regarding the last human being who has touched me. And it becomes more real than it should because I identify the worst thing I could possibly communicate, and my mind finds a way to communicate just that. Sensitive topics just aren’t my strong suit I guess.
You don’t have to apologize for being an active member of the community. We like when people participate. Don’t let your cognitive bias against yourself keep you from sharing your thoughts!