...That's how we judge people based on their outlook or the aura around them. Then, they open their mouths or just do their thing..... and we are MESMERIZED. The fact that the container is colorfully beautiful doesn't mean the content will be fantastic; And the fact that the outward is somewhat drab, doesn't mean what's inside isn't drop dead awesome...
Consciously or unconsciously, we have some preconceived notions about people and things, which cause us to be unfairly judgmental sometimes. If only we consciously learn to be open minded and see things like a 2 year old would...
Yes, packaging and presentation matter, but then, let's give people a chance and the benefit of doubt sometimes. Who knows, we might be in for a surprise...
This post is inspired by the Britain's got talent and x-factor shows. Certain people came in to audition and their physical appearanceS gave no hint of what lied within. Some of them looked so drab, some afraid. Some actually looked like they had absolutely nothing good to offer... till they performed; And then we couldn't blink or close our mouths...
Indeed, there's an intrinsic beauty or value in everyone. We sometimes just need to give them the chance to bring it forth or reach within them...
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