Looks are deceiving. A popular phrase most people have heard during their lifetime. It is however, a reflection of just how humans really respond to others. Most are "visual" human beings who seem
to let their thoughts by-pass their intellect (or "brains") as most of the locals would say.
Take for example the "visual" examples of two very famous men. Both from two very different walks of life.
What if Elvis Presley had listened to his eighth grade music teacher. He teacher thought he was terrible. The would-be-educator told the future King of Rock & Roll that he did not have an aptitude for singing and entertaining. Imagine...several #1 hit songs, movies, and a cult following decades after his death. Of course, music is not considered a visual art, but no doubt the teacher
did not comprehend the talent in the "King."
One of the greatest tourist attractions for Memphis and Tennessee is Elvis' Graceland and surrounding property.
If Elvis had listend to his teacher, he might have never become one of the most famous musical icons in American history.
Another similar story can be found across the tracks of talent.
In his childhood years, Albert Einstein's mother was disturbed because of how long it took her son to talk. Later, in elementary school, his teacher thought he was mentally imballanced and a "foolish dreamer." One educator even asked him to drop out of class.
Later in life, while working as a patent clerk in Switzerland, he stated that he began to experience his miracle year. The young scientist earned a Doctorate degree and published several research papers, including the Special Theory of Relativity. the famous equation "e = mc2" unlocked mysteries of the Universe. In 1915, Einstein completed his General Theory of Relativity. In 1921 he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics.
Ultimately words can hurt or heal heal. Or, for those who have a healthy self-esteem, words can create a determination in a person who chooses to deny all the "visual" revelations.
The Holy Bible says in Pro 12:25, "An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up." And, 1Th 5:11 says, “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up”...
An encouraging word can go a long way. And, as my examples reveal, you never know what kind of an effect you will have on others around you. To be sure, it is best to encourage those whose paths you cross. Be an encourager
