Bridging the Gap Between Perception and Reality
A young lawyer, eager to make a mark in the legal wo
rld, took great pride in setting up an impressive office. He meticulously selected every detail to convey success and professionalism, with the centerpiece being a luxurious phone on his desk, a symbol of prestige.
The secretary announced his first client, and the lawyer — just to make an impression — let him wait for fifteen minutes. As the door opened, pretending to be important, he picked up the receiver and faked an important conversation with a significant figure. The client was genuinely shocked.
"What can I do for you?" mumbled the servant of the law.
"I... I... am a technician from your telephone service provider, and I came to connect your phone."
When there is a noticeable difference between the way we perceive ourselves or portray ourselves to others and our true selves, it's inevitable that this discrepancy will eventually become apparent to those around us. We might try to present an idealized version of ourselves, believing it will lead to acceptance or success. However, this disparity often leads to misunderstandings and can erode trust over time.
"Every true encounter with the world is an encounter with ourselves." – Czesław Miłosz
