The Power of Understanding

Seek to understand before you seek to be understood. - I’m not really sure why, but the current generations are all about being understood. We like to say that we want to be different and hard to understand so we do weird things to “stand out” but the reality is, everyone wants to be understood and empathized with. - The problem is we have a hard time returning the favor and understanding where others are coming from. We get stuck in a mindset that is not only closed to other ideas, but actually sometimes hostile to other ideas. - Many of us have a monologue running through our head all day about how we just wish someone “got us.” But here’s the thing about monologues, they often turn into an echo chamber of ignorance. We bombard ourself with so much self talk that we not only ignore others, but also think destructive things about ourselves. - Listening is key. Empathy is key. When you seek to understand with love, you will begin to be understood. - Be blessed and stay stoked 😎🤙 - • • • • • • #hawaii #passionpassport #nakedhawaii #eclectic_shotz #earthfocus #sunset #adventureculture #nature #earthpix #neverstopexploring #stayandwander #travel #awesomeearth #旅行