Some people want to impress others so badly that they’ll actually lie about their accomplishments and experiences in order to do so. Such is the case of Connecticut Attorney General and Democratic Senate candidate Richard Blumenthal. On several occasions during his speeches he said that he had served in Vietnam when in fact he hadn’t. He was probably trying to reinforce the fact to his constituents that he was patriotic and cared deeply about his country, but there are better ways of doing this than lying about his military record. Now his opposition is using this against him and quotes from his speeches are showing up everywhere including the New York Times and USA Today which could eventually cost him his election to the Senate. The lesson here is don’t try to create the impression that you’re someone you’re not–it will eventually catch up with you and you’ll pay a dear price for having done so. Instead, be yourself and let your true character and integrity show through. That’s what people will be impressed with.
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ross, i couldn’t agree with you more in regards to not being who you are and true to yourself. i was happy in my skin from 20’s to 30’s…my light was shining bright. i suffered though, because some people didn’t like that. they would say things like “you’re crazy or you’re weird”. those comments made feel that i was different and that i needed to “conform”. i had a miserable 10 years trying to become a shrinking violet to gain their acceptance. people in turn, treated me as if they were superior to me or wiser. finally one day, i said, “enough is enough!” and i decided to be “ME” again…i have never been happier. i am thriving as an actress and have great people who admire and respect me in my circle, even those who say i inspire. so, although my response wasn’t about lying to impress. when you are not true to yourself, you lie to the most important person there is…YOU. thanks ross.
Dear Gloria,
Great story and so true. Keep up the good work. Ross