As I stood outside our local supermarket, waiting for my friend Catherine to finish her errands, an unexpected blast from the past caught my eye – someone I hadn’t seen in years: ‘Sneery Miley’.
Back in my early twenties, I used to work at a plastic mould shop that manufactured components for computer keyboards. I was the guy operating the machines that crafted the keys themselves. Alongside me on the night shift were Miley and Emmanuel.
Miley and Emmanuel were masters at sneering. They had a knack for finding something to mock about anyone and everyone. Their relentless teasing took a toll on me, and eventually, I started to keep to myself during lunch breaks to avoid their jabs. I admit, their behaviour affected my self-confidence back then.
But looking back now, I realize something crucial. Miley and Emmanuel’s sneering was actually a reflection of their own lack of confidence. When you’re not feeling great about yourself, you might resort to dragging others down to your level.
Moreover, they weren’t exactly flourishing in their personal lives either. Emmanuel was overweight yet convinced he was a bodybuilder, while Miley’s loveless marriage was a result of his infidelity.
Seeing ‘Sneery Miley’ today, balding and out of shape, brought a mix of emotions. While it’s not ideal to take pleasure in someone’s misfortune, I couldn’t help but smile. He appeared like a shadow of his former self, trailing behind his wife.
This encounter triggered introspection. I contemplated how far I’ve come, the progress I’ve made, and I gave myself a mental pat on the back. We all encounter people like Miley and Emmanuel at various points in our lives – those who belittle us or dim our shine.
Sometimes these individuals are from our past, sometimes from the present. We might even dim our own light to avoid attracting their criticism. We fear their judgment, doubting our own abilities and talents. We worry that they might be right about us and our self-perceptions could be way off track.
My hope is that you, too, experience an epiphany like the one I had today. Witness someone like ‘Sneery Miley’ and observe how their lives have panned out, and how little they’ve achieved. These individuals seldom accomplish much; their main claim to fame is their knack for ridiculing and putting others down.
I can only imagine how Miley and Emmanuel would react if they knew what I’m up to now – the videos I create, the podcast I host, and the content I share here. Their remarks would likely be less than supportive.
Thankfully, my perspective has shifted over the years. I’ve learned to see people like them for who they truly are. My advice to you? Don’t let the ‘Sneery Mileys’ of the world hold you back. You are destined for greatness.
Believe in yourself. You have so much to offer to the world. Keep shining bright.
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