Distrust

I believe we learn to distrust from an early age. We can hear the lies and deceit, and witness others' actions with our own eyes from the first time we meet.

The one saying that sticks with me the most is "Actions Speak Louder Than Words!"

No matter what others try to say to me. Try to distort the truth with their own words, my eyes will never blur.

Sometimes, I find myself in arguments where they try to twist my own words. But I am not one who is persuaded easily, or cowers, runs or hides when you use keywords.

Words meant to intimidate me or threaten my success if I don't back down. I may be too nice but trust me I am strong!

I am not one to follow the crowd. I was born to lead. You may hinder my speed, and cause my heart to bleed, but you can never keep me down.

So, I have grown up to distrust by the ways others may mislead. They sit there trying to act so sweet and innocent in the presence of others as they plan my demise.

But I know the truth as I don't listen to your venomous lies. I can see you clearly although others may not open up their eyes.

To discover the truth is really quite simple. You get the courage to ask questions and that begins the very first ripple.

It opens up a pathway to communication. It offers everyone a chance to speak at the table. To bring knowledge, and experience into the equation. Where others may not have had a chance to speak upon a specific situation.

I have learned that in this world not everyone receives a fair shake. It is not always about what you can do, or what you make. It is about who you know, and how well you can be fake.

I know my success is limited by others. I refuse to back down when I feel I need to stand my ground. It may be one of my biggest flaws. But when I am that passionate towards the cause. It gets hard not to speak my mind.

I cannot help but to advocate for others. It is in my blood; it is always in the back of my mind. You will not find me just standing on the sidelines.

I have always treated others with the principal rule: "Treat others how you would want to be treated!" It makes everything in life so much simpler.

Whether you are the CEO or the Janitor. Whether you drive a fancy car or are always seen at the bar. Who am I to judge? Have I walked a day in your shoes?

Do I know all the struggles and hardships that you have had to defeat? So then why must others always lie, and spew their words of deceit? I feel if this world had a little bit more compassion. Maybe the whole world could cash in.

We would not have the needless suffering and those going without food. We would have less depression where everyone could be in a better mood. A world with less addiction, and other vices to bring us to our own destruction.

So why do we build up obstacles and find ways of obstruction? If we could all support and celebrate each other.

What a wonderful world this could be. Filled full of love for one another. That could truly bring out the best version of each of us we would rather see.

But until then I am going to try and ignore the hurt you continue to put me through. Rediscover my strength, and who I used to be.

All I can ever do is try to be the real me!