
Deta97
Suicidal Alchemist and Dreamer
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That a power derived solely on weakness is UNBOUNDED.
I've been thinking while I was doing a bit of evangelizing on Quora, about how I've changed over the years, regarding how I respond to rejection. How I went from constantly defending, explaining, and justifying myself to those who've decided already in their hearts to not believe what I have to say, to learning how to roll with the punches and weaponize their preconceptions against them.
And seeing how well that tactic worked when evangelizing on Quora, I wonder what's stopping me from trying it in social settings, or even with women. Because I'm pretty sure you all know as well as I do that people are going to believe whatever they want to believe, right?
Perhaps it is our looks, perhaps it's our "terrible" personalities, our lack of money, and having nothing going for us, but so what?
Why not find a way to turn that weakness into a strength, and capitalize on their insults?
You will indeed be rejected by many, but at some point, you might draw people in and have them wonder what it is that makes you special, if all you boasted in was your weaknesses, and that's when the opportunity arises to show not only them but also yourself what you have to offer, which is YOU. And those who remain with you are the real ones who love you for you, not for what you have.
The thing is, you'll have to be genuine about it, for people can tell when you're trying to manipulate them. Then again, you've probably already reached that "breaking point", in which you know the futility of trying to justify your worth. Now you just need to build your identity on a Rock; a solid foundation, which is Christ. That's how I've been able to rebuild and become stronger after getting demolished on Reddit, which while I was down and out for days in despair and confusion, God reminded me of who I was, and now... I'm pretty much unreachable.
Note: You're welcome to try without seeking God, but you're going to have a much harder time getting up if you fall, because your house is built on sand.
View: https://youtu.be/z71BCtz7FKg?si=0X61XQNehyr2J7uP
And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. (2 Corinthians 12:9)
I've been thinking while I was doing a bit of evangelizing on Quora, about how I've changed over the years, regarding how I respond to rejection. How I went from constantly defending, explaining, and justifying myself to those who've decided already in their hearts to not believe what I have to say, to learning how to roll with the punches and weaponize their preconceptions against them.
And seeing how well that tactic worked when evangelizing on Quora, I wonder what's stopping me from trying it in social settings, or even with women. Because I'm pretty sure you all know as well as I do that people are going to believe whatever they want to believe, right?
Perhaps it is our looks, perhaps it's our "terrible" personalities, our lack of money, and having nothing going for us, but so what?
Why not find a way to turn that weakness into a strength, and capitalize on their insults?
You will indeed be rejected by many, but at some point, you might draw people in and have them wonder what it is that makes you special, if all you boasted in was your weaknesses, and that's when the opportunity arises to show not only them but also yourself what you have to offer, which is YOU. And those who remain with you are the real ones who love you for you, not for what you have.
The thing is, you'll have to be genuine about it, for people can tell when you're trying to manipulate them. Then again, you've probably already reached that "breaking point", in which you know the futility of trying to justify your worth. Now you just need to build your identity on a Rock; a solid foundation, which is Christ. That's how I've been able to rebuild and become stronger after getting demolished on Reddit, which while I was down and out for days in despair and confusion, God reminded me of who I was, and now... I'm pretty much unreachable.
Therefore seek the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all things shall be added unto you.The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, And saves such as have a contrite spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, But the LORD delivers him out of them all. He guards all his bones; Not one of them is broken. (Psalm 34:18-20)
Note: You're welcome to try without seeking God, but you're going to have a much harder time getting up if you fall, because your house is built on sand.
View: https://youtu.be/z71BCtz7FKg?si=0X61XQNehyr2J7uP
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