That is how I see it

Jun 30th, 2010No Comments

I have heard Native Americans (mostly in movies) give their perspective on something and then say, “That is how I see it.”  It always seemed so clear and strong. They share their perception on what is going on with someone and yet they have no need for the person to do anything with it. It is a free gift.

Sharing your perception on what is going on with someone is the most powerful thing you can offer them. Your perspective on their situation is shaped from all of our life experiences. It is different than theirs. They are able to see the sitation from a different perspective. They can use this to better understand the situation that they are in.

What I also like about this expression is that it is humble- yet powerful. It is not claiming to be the overall truth or the correct way to see it. It is merely that way that I see it. It is my truth- nothing more, nothing less. I simply offer it for you to consider and do with as you will.

So when someone asks me what I think or shares something with me, I strive for this approach. I offer them the way I see it.

I cannot think of a better gift to give someone. It is so clear and strong. That is the way I see it.

About author:

Michael Hoffman’s passion is guiding people to connect with their natural gifts. He believes that we all have innate gifts that hugely benefit others and the world when we offer them. The purest example of these gifts is the Native American concept of medicine or the gift you offer your people. Michael defines your medicine or gift as the natural effect you have on other people when your heart is open. Unfortunately, the demands of our current culture to comply and fit in often distract people away from their inherent gifts and the natural expression of their being. Michael believes many of us have forgotten our dreams and what we are about. This sadly results in a loss of purpose, passion, and vitality. As an innate gift specialist, Michael offers retreats, classes, and individual sessions to allow people to reclaim their natural gifts. These venues allow people to identify, awaken, and offer their gifts. This experiential work incorporates Zen thought, Native American ceremony, rites-of-passage, and releasing limiting belief systems. Michael also maintains his meta blog to provide knowledge, skills, and awareness for unfolding your natural gifts. He is currently compiling this knowledge and research into a college class and book. Michael earned his Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 1987 and Master of Social Work in 1996. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. In addition to his formal education, Michael studied and apprenticed with a Zen Master and spiritual teacher for 22 years to learn how to guide people to understand themselves. He has worked with people professionally since 1986 as a psychotherapist and teacher. Michael currently resides in Oceanside, California.

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