We’ve all been there in different situations or circumstances when we either don’t know what to say or don’t always have something to say. That’s ok, you don’t always have to say something. Sometimes listening and observing are just as valuable as speaking. Sometimes even more.
I think sometimes right now people speak to hear themselves or because they think they must but that’s not always the case. Sure, you should assert yourself if you have thoughts on the matter at hand or information to help answer a particular question. If you can add to a conversation then yes share your thoughts, passions, or knowledge but if you aren’t fully informed on the subject or are curious to learn more don’t assert yourself just to be in the forefront because it won’t help you grow.
If you want to learn in a situation that you are unfamiliar with, observe and listen. Listen with open ears to take in what the others are saying and when there is an opening use it for questions to aid in the conversation and to help develop a deeper understanding on the topic or situation. That can be way more valuable not only to yourself but to others who might be too shy to ask that same question that was in their head.
By not just talking to talk not only are you respecting the people discussing the topic, standing out as someone who wants to understand and educate themselves, you also helping others who might want to learn but are too cautious to assert themselves. Feels like wins on all sides to me. So be observant in different situations, add to the conversation in unique ways and learn from people to potentially help others because you don’t always have to talk. Biggest point is to be YOU! Shine Bright and Much Love!!
-JMAXX