Silencing the Noise
Imagine this: you have a dream, a goal burning bright within you. It’s natural if you want to shout it from the rooftops, to share your vision with the world. But in a society where envy lurks around every corner, sometimes the best thing you can do is silence.
Discussing dreams with too many or the wrong people can scatter your attention and divert resources away from pursuing those dreams. Instead, let your dreams simmer and grow quietly within you until they’re ready to be unveiled to the world.
There’s immense power in secrecy. Keeping your plans close to your chest shields them from the prying eyes of the opposers and doubters. It allows you to nurture your ideas without the distractions of external judgment. Remember this word:
Not every seedling needs to be exposed to the harsh light of day; some flourish best in the shelter of darkness until they’re strong enough to handle scrutiny.
In a world obsessed with showcasing every achievement on social media, there’s beauty in letting your results scream as hell to prove that. Keep your head down, focus on your work, and let the results of your hard work be the noise that reverberates through the corridors of success. You don’t need to show your work to others; let them adore the finished masterpiece when it’s ready to be unveiled.
For now, it’s better to keep your dreams in silence. Keep your plans under wraps until the time is right. Let your success be the ultimate response to those who seek to pull you down. Remember, in a world full of noise, sometimes the most powerful message is conveyed in silence.
Thank you for reading! I hope you enjoy reading my reflection. Since you made it this far, I’ll introduce myself.
My name is Jufry Heryanta, and I’m a Product Designer at Tokopedia.
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