How Do I Stop Being Silent?

I didn’t dare to express much until recently. I had several concerns: the information on the internet is already overwhelming; I didn’t feel professional enough to speak; as a non-native speaker, I was afraid of making mistakes but unwilling to let AI write for me.

Here is how I finally persuaded myself to start posting.

1. Consuming low-quality information

I see many people talking confidently about things they barely know. I see others teaching after achieving very little. Their confidence helped me a lot in building confidence. They made me think: what if this is how the world functions? I decided to test it myself. Even if I don’t think my words have great value, I should still speak and see if anyone likes me and is willing to interact with me.

2. Common sense is relative

Information is everywhere, but we all live in different contexts. What is common sense to me might be surprising to someone else. By speaking about topics I care about, I am adding weight to them. Even if my expression is not “professional,” simplicity and repetition are the secrets of communication (or propaganda).

3. Trying to show personality instead of skills

To be honest, I am more confident in my personality than my skills. I told myself that by posting, I am not just trying to show my knowledge; I am showing who I am. It is okay to be imperfect - at least I am sincere.

This is why I am starting to share my reflections here.

(The language style is more like LinkedIn, but I am too scared to post on LinkedIn…)