Why should anyone listen to me? Should people only listen to the “experts”, or can I, as just another guy on my own journey, offer something as well?

I often have at least a hint of self-doubt when writing these blog posts or speaking as some sort of authority on a subject, even when people ask me directly. I figure, though, that we all have different gifts, ways of learning and knowledge we’ve gained. Sharing those things with others and learning what they have to offer as well helps us all grow as individuals and as a society.

I also realize we don’t have to listen to everything that everyone says, nor do we have to share everything. We can decide what we find useful or not and whether to incorporate it into our lives or dismiss it and move on. So feel free to ignore anything or everything I’ve said.