Introduction

Often, expressing ourselves brings to light how little we know ourselves. Our intention is always to wow another with our expressive prowess, but often ends in a humbling realization that we are ill-equipped to share ourselves. I blame not the mediums used as much as the simple fact that it is impossible to express that which we do not understand. For the most part, we do not and cannot understand that ephemeral “I.” Perhaps it is no surprise then that it is often easier to play devil’s advocate and defend what you don’t believe than it is to actually say what you (think you) believe. Attempting to communicate what I believe gives me a fresh perspective on myself. In times where the communication comes easily, it is a reinforcement of my understanding of those opinions and values. In times of frustration at my inability to communicate, it is a reminder that I don’t fully grasp that which I’m trying to communicate or that those beliefs are being held with little or no justification. In attempting to state a belief, I have often been chagrined to discover I don’t even hold that belief anymore.

My intention in this blog will be to express my opinions, with the simultaneous goals of forcing myself to question me and encouraging others to question themselves. Extrapolating from that which I’ve just expressed, there is no better way to allow others to question themselves than by allowing them to attempt to express who they are.