It seems as few people live by the rule, “don’t judge a
book by its cover, Most people understand this metaphorical phrase to mean,
“you shouldn’t presume the worth or value of something by its outward
appearance alone.”
We’re so used to prejudging people, actions, books, and
intentions that often we fail to make a new friend, make correct decisions, to
read an inspiring book and question compliments.
In his best-selling book, “Blink,” Malcolm Gladwell wrote
about intuitive thought and the first two seconds of judgment. This internal
computer—our brain — “quickly and quietly processes a lot of data we need to
function as human beings. “Gladwell use an example of a person in the middle of
a street that sees a truck bearing down on him, doesn’t have time to think
through all his options. He reacts. I
know I would quickly move out of the truck’s way, without thinking about it.
In some circumstance, this quick judgment and actions prove
to be wrong.
I don’t know if you like the television show, Britain’s Got
Talent. This show provides examples of pre-judgement of the singing contestants
often based on age, style of the song the constant will sing, and how they
interview with the judges. Often the judges, including Simon Cowell, are shocked
when the singer begins singing. From “I Dreamed a Dream, “No Regrets,” and
“Think.” From 10-year olds to 80 years old, the artist surprise Simon, the
other judges, and the audience who have pre-judged them by their “cover.”
When asked why they haven’t been recording or discovered
before, many say, “I haven’t had a chance.” “No one gave me the opportunity to
sing before.” These constants prove you’re never too old to follow your dream.
I call these breakthrough moments or don’t judge the book
by its cover “Simon Moments.” It’s the breakthrough moment when you shock
others who have pre-judged you. It is the time when you achieve your dream. It
is the instant when you stand with your head held high and shouted, “I DID IT!”
While these constants have hidden talent, so do you. Just
as there are no duplicate fingerprints, there is no one else that has your
skills, dreams, a willingness to work toward the goal, and the unquenchable
thirst you have to be your best—no matter the opinions of others.
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