Why Page 1 is the Best Part of Every Book

A bit of an abstract title, but hear me out…

This is based on my personal observations of the past few decades, and what I’ve come to realise about my place in this amazingly dynamic world:

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Me: Likes everyone; unfailingly kind and considerate to others; excels in bringing out the best in people, including strangers

Those Who Know Me: Like me; see the best in me; quick to use positive adjectives and attitude

Strangers (Type A): Dislike me; judge me by harsh criticisms based on my appearance (even if I can still see, hear, or sense them); usually other humans

Strangers (Type 1): Like me; feel an unexplainable sense of trust they’d otherwise not feel for a stranger; usually animals

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Funny how opening a book and turning to the first page is often the gateway to change your whole perspective beyond its cover, right?

The same is true with everyone around you: We are all stories, each and every one of us, and judging someone by what you see prevents you from reading their Page 1, thus missing the opportunity to discover a pretty amazing story…