You Know You
If we ask someone for their opinion, they will answer based on their specific life experiences and knowledge. Yet if we ask ten people, the answers will not be the same, which raises a question. What is the correct answer?
The world is full of information, people, history, and mistakes. Given all this information, how is one supposed to get anything done? I have learned to stand by my opinion. This begins with listening to others, gathering my own data, and forming my own opinion. Along the way, there will be experiments, changed decisions, hurt feelings, and mistakes.
Yet, we understand that there is no accepted, correct opinion, such as: Who is the best painter? Well, we could vote and come up with one. While this is possible, this solution does not help even if the results agree with most personal preferences. Why? Because people want what they want. Meaning, a person must take a stand.
“Bill, answer the question: Who is the best artist and why?” “American 80s artist Patrick Nagel, because his art looks cool.” From my perspective, this is the “correct answer.” What about Vermeer, Michelangelo, or Van Gogh? Clearly, they are superior artists to Patrick Nagel. “I can choose whoever I want, and I like Patrick Nagel! Discussion closed.” Am I proud of this opinion? Yes.
The point is that you are an expert about yourself, meaning you can pick your favorite artist and feel confident in your decision. I see this as a source of strength. Even at our worst moments, knowing ourselves better than anybody can brighten even the dullest day.
You’re the best -Bill
May 26, 2021 Updated November 20, 2025
The world is full of information, people, history, and mistakes. Given all this information, how is one supposed to get anything done? I have learned to stand by my opinion. This begins with listening to others, gathering my own data, and forming my own opinion. Along the way, there will be experiments, changed decisions, hurt feelings, and mistakes.
Yet, we understand that there is no accepted, correct opinion, such as: Who is the best painter? Well, we could vote and come up with one. While this is possible, this solution does not help even if the results agree with most personal preferences. Why? Because people want what they want. Meaning, a person must take a stand.
“Bill, answer the question: Who is the best artist and why?” “American 80s artist Patrick Nagel, because his art looks cool.” From my perspective, this is the “correct answer.” What about Vermeer, Michelangelo, or Van Gogh? Clearly, they are superior artists to Patrick Nagel. “I can choose whoever I want, and I like Patrick Nagel! Discussion closed.” Am I proud of this opinion? Yes.
The point is that you are an expert about yourself, meaning you can pick your favorite artist and feel confident in your decision. I see this as a source of strength. Even at our worst moments, knowing ourselves better than anybody can brighten even the dullest day.
You’re the best -Bill
May 26, 2021 Updated November 20, 2025
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