Learning from Suggestions & Caring for Luck
From the sublime to the comprehensible.
A list of 'remembrances' was brought to my attention as I have tried to promote my writings. Specifically, a friend has made me aware of the "do's and don't's -- plus tips" by Ms. Liz DeJesus as shown in her "Technology and Social Media for Writers" presentation.
Someone needs to teach my generation quickly learned computer skills.
Deep inside I know that I can lead effectively but I realize that 'keeping it simple' is necessary as well. How can I reply to comments from readers when I cannot even see their comments? Are the communication skills learned always accurate and true? Who and what determines the part of my work which will be shown? What do YOU want to see? What is the best medium I can respond with?
Let's look at the "Don't's" first. For a long while I had been 'Book Shaming' -- just posting links to my work. For me, the Internet was a vast public billboard and once something was posted -- people should read and react to my work. How silly my thoughts were! No one will care unless the written word is put directly in front of them as well as be explained again and again. All I was doing was this -- 'please click onto my book link: amzn.to/1R1Oayq' and consider purchasing The Stigma of the Mentally Ill: Bob Does Everything Backwards
"Gee, wouldn't you like to see it?"
Furthermore, although it would be nice to hear from complete strangers -- it becomes most beneficial to receive honest comments from those who know one well. That is where the truth lies. My object is to make connections and then pave new roads. Since the truth must be told, my friends must judge my book first. There should be no more of posting blindly into cyberspace.
Finally on the "Don't" side I personally must convince you that politics is religion and that religion is politics. Unfortunately in my writings talking about these issues is not taboo -- it's what I do. Taking the high road it is hoped that readers will see a broad view -- a panorama -- and have an open mind. I try to explain concepts like how creation can be in evolution and how evolution can be in creation. Please, with the simplicity of a school child -- just ask how this could work. Answers would surprise you.
Also, we should notice other realities such as the fact that there have been dictators who have really cared about the people in their countries. Just one in the 20th century was Marshall Tito of Yugoslavia. Even though he was a staunch dictator, the people were cared for and Yugoslavia was a firm ally. Not every country may be ready for democracy -- why should the issue always be pushed? Who must always say that 'our way' is the 'best way'?
Our fault then is not in choosing a Democrat or a Republican -- our fault therefore is choosing leaders who do not care for or represent ALL of our people. So if I criticize leaders please consider that it is the common good which is looked for -- and not undue dislike for those who seem indifferent.
Ms. Liz DeJesus: You have given me a reason to explain my case and I thank you for that opportunity. From your words I know I need help -- we all do.
As I add to the words Frank Sinatra sings, 'Milady Liz':"Luck be a lady!" How fortunate we are, for with a little more caring the world can really be tolerable.
Now for the simple "Do's":
Why do the presidential candidates never take public suggestions? Simply because they feel that instead of being 'refreshing' they think they are appearing 'weak' when listening to someone else. There is no consideration or deliberation with them -- only the idea that a "leader" must always have the answers. How silly! Even children know that there are times when everyone needs to ask for help.
Do we always have to make others be like 'Tanto' on the "Lone Ranger" by always saying, "Yes, 'Kimosabe',"to us? Let us do better than that. No longer can our presidents end up like lone rangers. Elect somebody with true humility -- its the only way to an honest future for the U.S.A.
Cheers!!
Sincerely,
Robert N. Franz
A list of 'remembrances' was brought to my attention as I have tried to promote my writings. Specifically, a friend has made me aware of the "do's and don't's -- plus tips" by Ms. Liz DeJesus as shown in her "Technology and Social Media for Writers" presentation.
Someone needs to teach my generation quickly learned computer skills.
Deep inside I know that I can lead effectively but I realize that 'keeping it simple' is necessary as well. How can I reply to comments from readers when I cannot even see their comments? Are the communication skills learned always accurate and true? Who and what determines the part of my work which will be shown? What do YOU want to see? What is the best medium I can respond with?
Let's look at the "Don't's" first. For a long while I had been 'Book Shaming' -- just posting links to my work. For me, the Internet was a vast public billboard and once something was posted -- people should read and react to my work. How silly my thoughts were! No one will care unless the written word is put directly in front of them as well as be explained again and again. All I was doing was this -- 'please click onto my book link: amzn.to/1R1Oayq' and consider purchasing The Stigma of the Mentally Ill: Bob Does Everything Backwards
"Gee, wouldn't you like to see it?"Furthermore, although it would be nice to hear from complete strangers -- it becomes most beneficial to receive honest comments from those who know one well. That is where the truth lies. My object is to make connections and then pave new roads. Since the truth must be told, my friends must judge my book first. There should be no more of posting blindly into cyberspace.
Finally on the "Don't" side I personally must convince you that politics is religion and that religion is politics. Unfortunately in my writings talking about these issues is not taboo -- it's what I do. Taking the high road it is hoped that readers will see a broad view -- a panorama -- and have an open mind. I try to explain concepts like how creation can be in evolution and how evolution can be in creation. Please, with the simplicity of a school child -- just ask how this could work. Answers would surprise you.
Also, we should notice other realities such as the fact that there have been dictators who have really cared about the people in their countries. Just one in the 20th century was Marshall Tito of Yugoslavia. Even though he was a staunch dictator, the people were cared for and Yugoslavia was a firm ally. Not every country may be ready for democracy -- why should the issue always be pushed? Who must always say that 'our way' is the 'best way'?
Our fault then is not in choosing a Democrat or a Republican -- our fault therefore is choosing leaders who do not care for or represent ALL of our people. So if I criticize leaders please consider that it is the common good which is looked for -- and not undue dislike for those who seem indifferent.
Ms. Liz DeJesus: You have given me a reason to explain my case and I thank you for that opportunity. From your words I know I need help -- we all do.
As I add to the words Frank Sinatra sings, 'Milady Liz':"Luck be a lady!" How fortunate we are, for with a little more caring the world can really be tolerable.
Now for the simple "Do's":
Why do the presidential candidates never take public suggestions? Simply because they feel that instead of being 'refreshing' they think they are appearing 'weak' when listening to someone else. There is no consideration or deliberation with them -- only the idea that a "leader" must always have the answers. How silly! Even children know that there are times when everyone needs to ask for help.
Do we always have to make others be like 'Tanto' on the "Lone Ranger" by always saying, "Yes, 'Kimosabe',"to us? Let us do better than that. No longer can our presidents end up like lone rangers. Elect somebody with true humility -- its the only way to an honest future for the U.S.A.
Cheers!!
Sincerely,
Robert N. Franz
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