I was in a high school today. It has 15 years, since I began HS and 12 years since I graduated. It was so interesting, to be among that "student dynamic." I don't think, when My life was that atmosphere I knew what my peers really thought. I always, wanted to know what was behind those stares, and awkward glances. I didn't have the guts to ask than.
I'm 30 years-old, and got the opportunity to ask ... there not, my peers anymore, but the questions, thoughts and opinions are still very much the same. I don't set out to be an "inspiration." Although, that comes with the territory. I just like dispelling those myths. I reached those kids, faster and more effective, than ever. I was almost surprised, and impressed by how candid, and open they were. Yet how appropriate they seemed. If you want to see the world with unbiased truth, look at it through the eyes of a child. Ask them what they think. Let them ask what they want to know.
I heard some uncomfortable things today. Much of it I've heard before. But what I know is ... don't ask the question, unless you want the answer. I didn't always feel as comfortable as I do know. I asked, and answered things that I typically don't get asked, and don't address. I hope in doing so the 75-ish kids I spoke with left school feeling much more secure in who they are, and all the things they'll never be.
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