Monday, March 15 – Write It Out
Inspired by the question “What would happen if I wrote what I really think about something important?”, I decided that on March 15, I’m going to put up at least one blog post that will be about how I really feel – no pulling punches, no sacred cows (or chickens, or soybeans for that matter).
I was brought up to believe that my job in social situations was to always be pleasant, be the peacemaker, and never say “no”. And while there is a great place for it – I have let it keep me quiet too long and too often in my lifetime. So – March 15, I’m breaking with my own comfort zones…and I invite you all to do the same.
My own ground rules – and those that I hope that other folks who choose to participate – are to not air personal attacks against other people, and not to engage in hate speech. The point is not to get back against someone or something, or to belittle…the point is to speak plainly and honestly, without shame or fear.
If you plan to participate, let me know (via comments if possible) as well as give me a link to your blog, livejournal, or other writing website. I’m as interested in reading everyone else’s stuff as I am in writing my own! And please pass along the concept to others…let’s see what really does happen when we start to talk about the things we shy away from!
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This is an excellent idea, and I’m seriously considering it. This could be a good start for a project that I’ve been considering.
Julian
16 Feb 10 at 3:07 pm
I love this idea and will be participating via a post on my LiveJournal. This coincides beautifully with what I’ve been struggling with and my attempt to develop my own Poly Mission Statement for myself.
Thanks for the push!
Bee
BeeHonest
11 Mar 10 at 12:03 pm