One of my most persistent questions is: why do I want to be heard? The urge is there, but what’s behind it? In a world with billions of people, what makes me think my voice matters enough for anyone to listen, let alone read what I write or support my ideas?

About a year ago, I had this great idea for a product and set out to get it manufactured. I was sure it would be a hit, that the world would be as excited as I was. But it didn’t work out that way. Instead of instant success, I faced disappointment and fell into a bit of a slump. It made me ask: why do I want to be heard so badly? Why risk my mental health just for some recognition?

After some soul-searching, I think I have an answer. I want to be heard because I want to connect with people. I want someone to read my words and think, “Yeah, I get that.” I want to feel that, even in a world where we’re all scattered across the globe, I’m not alone. There’s comfort in knowing someone out there thinks just like I do.

It reminds me of a professor I had in university. I felt an instant connection with her. Her teaching style, her self-talk, her observations—they just clicked with me. I never told her; I was way too shy and didn’t want to seem like that weird student. But it was reassuring to meet someone I could really relate to. It felt like a little piece of peace in a chaotic world.

Sharing my thoughts this way might even help my relationships—I won’t be overwhelming my friends and family with all my reflections! Now, I can share them here and connect with others who are interested in the same ideas.

I would love to hear your thoughts!?