Perspective

The word ‘perspective’ is synonymous to other terms such as views, outlook, and insight. Steven Covey, author of the book The Seven Highly Effective Leadership, uses the term in forming effective leaders in any existing organizations. But Covey employs a more sophisticated expression than perspective as the ‘paradigm shift.’ These terms ‘paradigm shift’ and ‘perspective’ convey the same meaning – looking things from one’s vantage view.

And this is exactly why the title of this blog is ‘perspective.’ From my daily observations, I find people approaching a particular topic coming in different perspective. Be it in simple discussion or formal debate, some people find it irritating to listen while others ignore them at all. But personally I discover myself finding pleasure in appreciating their perspectives with openness and welcoming, even though their views not sharing the same as mine.

By spending time in listening and trying to understand their perspective, the gesture of being accommodating and welcoming is present. I find this as a sacred value because I learn how to respect their structured self-expression. This also makes me realize that I am no holder of absolute knowledge. I remain cautious that I am limited by my thoughts, feelings and circumstances that influence my perspective.

For the sake of knowledge I intend to write on this matter. Being a lover of wisdom I learn the art of appreciating the perspective of others. And in doing this I learn how to respect, accept and understand them as persons packed with perspective. I do believe that when people hold on to their perspective with conviction, they are able to deepen them, and develop them into a whole doctrine that gives meaning to their existence.