Sometimes I Wonder Why I Say Anything
Sunday, September 30, 2007
In my face to face relationships only seldom does miscommunication happen. And when it does, it is usually fairly easy to fix/overcome especially in a relational context. Perhaps this is why I don't like speaking at conferences, etc. - there is not really much relational context - yet I feel fine speaking publicly amongst my own community and tribe.
But online [blogs, e-mail, etc.] and in print [magazines, newspapers, etc.] , I just can't seem to say what I want to say. I get misquoted, and feel like I am misunderstood quite often.
I think that there is obviously a major difference between oral and written dialogue. I prefer the former. Body language, tone, and intent are far easier to "read" when someone is speaking. And I guess I am more of an "off the cuff" kind of guy.
Sometimes I feel like I should not say anything online or in the media anymore. Life would be so much simpler if I could just keep my mouth shut in these types of venues, and just stick to face to face, real live community.
But online [blogs, e-mail, etc.] and in print [magazines, newspapers, etc.] , I just can't seem to say what I want to say. I get misquoted, and feel like I am misunderstood quite often.
I think that there is obviously a major difference between oral and written dialogue. I prefer the former. Body language, tone, and intent are far easier to "read" when someone is speaking. And I guess I am more of an "off the cuff" kind of guy.
Sometimes I feel like I should not say anything online or in the media anymore. Life would be so much simpler if I could just keep my mouth shut in these types of venues, and just stick to face to face, real live community.
1:31 PM
Pernell,
Please don't stop sharing. Those who know you, know your intent and your heart. Unfortunately there will always be those who criticize what they don't understand. I have spoken to many who lives have been changed because of you and the Freeway.