One of the common ways
opponents try to block
change
is by criticizing the person
asking for that change.
You want to eliminate
homelessness, for example?
You’ll be criticized
if you live in a home.
Opponents will say
you’re the elite
and don’t understand the situation.
You’ll be criticized
if you rent your home.
Opponents will say
you’re taking away
a rental property
from someone who truly needs it.
You’ll be criticized
if you don’t have a home.
Opponents will say
you don’t understand the problem.
By criticizing you,
opponents shift the attention away
from the change
you’re seeking the world to make.
It’s deflection.
And it’s effective.
It dissuades people
from talking,
from pushing for change.
Don’t allow this
to stop you.
Push for the change
you want to see in the world.
You don’t have to be perfect
to make a difference.