Quote on expectations reality and inner voice by Jim Kwik

We do ourselves a great disservice when we let the noise of others expectations distort our reality subvert our own thoughts, and drown out our inner voice.
Jim Kwik

“We Do Ourselves a Great Disservice”

Introduction

In the bustling city of Reflections, where skyscrapers touched the clouds and dreams were etched in neon lights, lived a young artist named Ava. Her canvas was life itself, and her brushstrokes were the choices she made. One day, as she stood on the rooftop, overlooking the cacophony of expectations, an old man approached her. His eyes held the wisdom of ages, and he whispered, “We do ourselves a great disservice when we let the noise of others’ expectations distort our reality, subvert our own thoughts, and drown out our inner voice.”

The Noise of Expectations

Ava pondered these words. The “noise” was everywhere—the well-meaning advice, societal norms, and the relentless pursuit of perfection. People expected her to follow a predefined path: a stable job, a white picket fence, and a life scripted by others. But Ava knew that true artistry lay in breaking free from the mold.

The 10% of External Influence

Life had dealt its share of challenges to Ava. Art school rejections, financial struggles, and the pressure to conform—all part of the 10% that happened to her. Yet, she realized that these external forces were mere brushstrokes on her canvas. The real masterpiece emerged from within—the colors she chose, the bold strokes she dared, and the whispers of her inner muse.

The 90% of Authenticity

Ava’s studio became her sanctuary. There, she painted sunsets that defied gravity, abstracts that danced with chaos, and portraits that revealed souls. She ignored the noise, letting her intuition guide the brush. When critics scoffed, she smiled, knowing that their expectations were mere shades in her palette.

The Art of Listening

But there was more to the old man’s words. Ava wondered about the inner voice—the quiet muse that whispered at dawn and sang during storms. She listened when it said, “Create for yourself, not for applause.” She painted her truth, even when it clashed with convention. And in those moments, she found her voice.

The Subtle Shift

Ava’s art began to change lives. Her murals adorned forgotten alleyways, inspiring passersby to question their own expectations. She taught workshops, urging others to listen to their inner whispers. The 10% of happenstance met the 90% of deliberate brushstrokes.

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