Share Love

How many people in your life don't know your story? I consider myself a pretty open person, and I'm willing to talk about most things. Yet, I have secrets. One thing I believe, without a doubt, is that we will never know the exact battles another person has faced. You can't look down on a person because you would do things differently. It is so easy to judge someone, but if you heard their story, you might change your opinion.

A brief example: I am not a drinker. This is one place that my anxiety really gets the best of me. I worry a lot, about myself and others. Yet, I know there is nothing wrong with having fun with some friends now and then. So, when I am out with a couple of close friends, I drink. I laugh and I get loud. I have to push myself to have fun. I'm sure that people who don't know me judge me for it, but I'm proud of myself when I can overcome this fear.

It would be so easy to look down on me for having a little too much to drink once in a while, but if you knew how hard it was for me to have fun, you might not think so poorly of me. Clearly, this is a small example; it's one that I am comfortable sharing. Yet, every person you meet has a story. Even if you don't know that story, you need to love and respect them. They are making choices that fit their lifestyle. It is the stories that we choose not to tell that really shape us. I believe that every person has one secret that if you knew it, that secret would break your heart. Instead of sharing your judgments, share your love.