In University we often talked about belief systems, and how they motivate our behaviours. With my new role I have to be a spokesperson and cheerleader for the organization. I also need to be very aware of my own opinions and beliefs. Recently there has been a fair bit of press coverage opportunities which have challenged me significantly. When you have 2 minutes to say it, you better know what it is you are trying to communicate. Today I came to a realization..... despite being a left wing type person, I am flexible.
Let me be specific.... I like regulations to some extent. They serve a purpose. But they are not a solution. Just a tool. While just letting the market run its course is not a solution. As I thought more after my interview regarding a specific proposal I realized, dang, I am irritated that people lack the intelligence and capacity to see the connections and nuances that surround any issue. That people who lead our government are not able to understand nuances scares me silly.... but that is another subject!
I realize my opinions and ideas are flexible and that is okay! I don't have to prescribe to one set. I can like one part and not another. As long as I can explain it! I guess this is why I cannot "do" organized religion. They really don't like when you pick and choose! LOL! As life forces me to further expand my understanding of what it is I believe in, prescribe to, make decisions by.... I am enabled to learn more about who I really am.
And knowing who I am and what I believe allows me to be flexible and challenge myself to be open to new ideas.
