After writing this post about Snowflakes, I got to thinking about more complex and thought-provoking things. Like, the fact that no two individuals are exactly alike. We each have our own strengths and our own weaknesses. Acknowledge these differences. It is okay to reflect on what makes you different, whether it be good or bad. While it is fine to reflect and change things about yourself, remember, it is also not a good thing to ever judge a person based on their differences. You have no idea what is going on in another’s person’s life, the battles he or she may be facing (or not).  You may be smiling and happy and the person next to you may have their face all scrunched up in a frown. Instead of thinking…”What a grump!” take a step back and realize he or she may just be having a bad day, maybe they just lost their job or worse yet, a close relative or friend.

It seems that sometimes we bring others down to our level, thinking they are exactly like we are..with the same thoughts and feelings. When in actuality, no two individuals are exactly alike. Respect others and they too, will do the same.