In a world that frequently equates louder voices with greater significance, it’s essential to recognize the value of sincerity and substance over volume and flash. I had witnessed a whole trend on social media, when certain influencers offered people to ‘level up their identities’ by speaking louder, being bolder, and dressing provocatively. ‘Yell, and you’ll be heard’, sounds logical, doesn’t it? : )
However, the true connection often requires none of these theatrical displays. In the heart of successful communication lies the ability to connect authentically. Nevertheless, this is not a matter of loudness, but a process of transmitting the message to the right auditory. Of course, there is no reason to solely blame the auditory for not listening, but a good message needs a listener. It’s not the volume of our voice that makes our message resonate; it’s the intention behind it.
One listener, genuinely invested in our words, can create a space where our ideas flourish, regardless of how muted or modest our appearance may be. On the other side, there are always those who will not appreciate the idea, either due to their own interests or the absence of engagement in the topic. The act of listening is an art form, one that conveys respect and acknowledgment, allowing the speaker to feel valued.
Our world is often enamoured with the flamboyant and the audacious, the so-called 'hype people'. Yet, many of us thrive in 'greyest outfits' if we take a look around. We might walk through life quietly, feeling overshadowed by endless loud expressions. However, it is crucial to remember that we don’t need to always conform to societal expectations of boldness or style to make an impact.
For every person who emerges from the chaos of the ‘baddie era’ (if you belong here, then I probably feel you), there is an opportunity to reclaim our voices without the weight of expectation. Finding the audience and transmitting our ideas can be challenging, but it is manageable unless we don’t lose the spirit and the scope of sharing.
In a landscape that typically celebrates superficial traits, let’s not forget the strength of the soft-spoken truths and the profound connections formed through meaningful dialogue (and polylogue). The essence of communication lies not just in what we say, but in the hearts willing to hear and in our own as well.
Thank you for reading! This text was originally made by me and edited using AI. The image is a single one divided into parts – here’s the source