We’ve all been there. Marveling at the grace of airplanes taking off and landing, our eyes tracing their arcs across the sky. But does this admiration grant us a pilot’s license?
Likewise, just because we’ve flown across continents doesn’t turn us into seasoned aviators. Yet, in a curious twist, individuals often wield opinions with fervor, even on subjects where they lack knowledge or expertise.
Consider those fervent sports fans. The ones who’d love a shot at the field, but lack the skill, proficiency or tenacity to even attempt it. Then, beyond the physical exertion, how could they stomach the barrage of uninformed advice? The same they will dish out in liberal helpings.
It’s a curious dynamic. Opinions flow freely, but do they carry weight? Are we driven by a genuine desire to contribute or simply to be heard?
In a society of open expression, pause for a moment. Reflect on your seat in the cockpit of experience. Are you qualified to navigate this conversation? The sky of opinions may be vast, but not all clouds are worth chasing.
