This post is a wonderful way to invite just about anyone to explore the perspective only FAIR is bringing to the public square and our divisive society. Thank you! The best way to connect with those you disagree is to find some common ground.
Individualism used to be the quintessential American trait. That and a healthy mistrust of government; both very classically liberal mind sets. Now it seems the more left you move the more hive minded we’ve become. It’s a truly bizarre flip-flop.
This was a beautiful expression of the importance and beauty of both individualism and diversity. It’s what I assumed FAIR stood for instead of the endless screeds of barely veiled anti-woke grievance narratives masquerading as genuine concern about intolerance and racism. Hoping other contributors will emulate this.
"I was able to empathize with others in a way that transcended differences, whether they were skin color, experience, or ethnic background.
I have learned to cherish my existence between two worlds, my difference from others that I meet, and their difference from me. Being different and feeling out of place might be uncomfortable and lonely sometimes, but it also gives you a lot of perspective."
Yes!!! I love this. I am a WSM (White Straight Male) but I grew up feeling like an alien because I was very sensitive, really deep, emotional, and always interested more in transcendent truths than things as myopic and superficial as skin pigment. We all have so much more in common than different, and yet simultaneously we're all unique individuals who are like no one else. We are utterly, totally ourselves. As a kid I made friends from a much lower class than me because I simply connected more with these kinds of people. I found them intriguing, hard-working, authentic and tough in a way I wasn't. I've always made friends who were not white because it was what's inside that matters, not outside. Once you push past the superficial barriers of race and gender and sex and class you get to the same thing: Our common, individual and yet collective humanity.
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I like the “third culture kid” concept….I want to think about it and see where it takes me. I pray God’s peace to you as you live out your awesome upbringing by bringing knowledge to children. I taught for 27 years and LOVED it. Being a Polish-Catholic kid ministering in a German Lutheran Church…..now I feel like the 3rd Culture Kid. Thanks!
This post is a wonderful way to invite just about anyone to explore the perspective only FAIR is bringing to the public square and our divisive society. Thank you! The best way to connect with those you disagree is to find some common ground.
Individualism used to be the quintessential American trait. That and a healthy mistrust of government; both very classically liberal mind sets. Now it seems the more left you move the more hive minded we’ve become. It’s a truly bizarre flip-flop.
This was a beautiful expression of the importance and beauty of both individualism and diversity. It’s what I assumed FAIR stood for instead of the endless screeds of barely veiled anti-woke grievance narratives masquerading as genuine concern about intolerance and racism. Hoping other contributors will emulate this.
The beauty of this post is in the title. Love how you evolved and hav e found your niche! Your fresh perspective and authenticity abounds!
"I was able to empathize with others in a way that transcended differences, whether they were skin color, experience, or ethnic background.
I have learned to cherish my existence between two worlds, my difference from others that I meet, and their difference from me. Being different and feeling out of place might be uncomfortable and lonely sometimes, but it also gives you a lot of perspective."
Yes!!! I love this. I am a WSM (White Straight Male) but I grew up feeling like an alien because I was very sensitive, really deep, emotional, and always interested more in transcendent truths than things as myopic and superficial as skin pigment. We all have so much more in common than different, and yet simultaneously we're all unique individuals who are like no one else. We are utterly, totally ourselves. As a kid I made friends from a much lower class than me because I simply connected more with these kinds of people. I found them intriguing, hard-working, authentic and tough in a way I wasn't. I've always made friends who were not white because it was what's inside that matters, not outside. Once you push past the superficial barriers of race and gender and sex and class you get to the same thing: Our common, individual and yet collective humanity.
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I like the “third culture kid” concept….I want to think about it and see where it takes me. I pray God’s peace to you as you live out your awesome upbringing by bringing knowledge to children. I taught for 27 years and LOVED it. Being a Polish-Catholic kid ministering in a German Lutheran Church…..now I feel like the 3rd Culture Kid. Thanks!