I absolutely love bloggers! And do you want to know why? Because bloggers focus on talking about themselves. They share great stories, interesting experiences, really cool photos, arts and crafts, and delicious recipes. They mind their own. They’ll talk about how they feel, what they’re going through, where they’ve travelled, how intricate a process for 
something was or what their hopes and dreams are for the future. But RARELY do I see a post that starts with “Human beings need to be more aware of…”, “If only I could make you understand…”, “One must learn…”, “You should embrace a more reasonable attitude…”
Facebookers on the other hand (I’m not sure that’s an actual term yet), or at least most Facebookers, take it upon themselves to shower us with constant unsolicited life advice wise beyond our years. The irony of it is that usually the people that post these fascinating nuggets of wisdom are typically disappointed with where their lives have led. There is a bit of relief in dispensing noteworthy knowledge. It gives the preacher a false sense of control. I too have been guilty of this at some point in my life. That’s why I can confirm it and therefore, can speak freely. It is because of all this unsought advice that I have temporarily closed my FB account on numerous occasions. I personally have never been the recipient of the advice but it becomes annoying nonetheless. Some Facebookers are persistent if nothing else. One would think that if they saw that a message wasn’t getting through with the first six attempts then there wouldn’t be a need for another six. One would be wrong to think that what is logical for one person is logical for another. I’ve thought about why there seems to be a need to continue unremittingly spewing life advice and then it dawned on me…
Preach, preach, preach, preach, preach…and with preaching comes an inevitable insurmountable surge of judgment. Alas! We have stumbled upon the real reason for which one provides unsought advice. Preaching is a more subtle way of passing judgment. Offering advice is a more subtle way of preaching. And no, age does not necessarily make one wiser. 
Neither does it necessarily go hand in hand with wisdom in general. One’s experiences are one’s own. Everyone learns in different ways and will take away from each experience a distinctive message; this is a psychological and sociological fact. No amount of preaching is going to teach anyone how to see or feel about something until they personally live through it. I know many younger folks that are very wise because they have lived and experienced far more than any adult around them. Personally, I’ve still got lots to learn as do most people, including the people posting the life lessons. But I guarantee you; I will not learn them from someone’s status update on Facebook. Put your life advice and lessons on morality to better use by being a little more introspective.
My actual status update on Facebook from about an hour ago:”
“Nothing more exhausting than constantly reading postings about profound life lessons and deep meaningful spiritual riddles on Facebook. Lighten up people. Life happens. No need to incessantly preach about it. It’s a little redundant. 
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I love writing about MY life on my blog. I talk about my experiences and my experiences alone. I can’t speak for anyone else or presume to know what’s best for people or how one should conduct one’s self. I’m not looking to teach anyone anything or influence them in anyway. Life alone will teach us. I just want you to stop by and visit, not take me too seriously and enjoy! 
Mar 06, 2013 @ 09:20:35
Reblogged this on witching tales and commented:
I love blogging and sharing my stories to people
Mar 07, 2013 @ 20:50:48
Wow! So cool that you reblogged me! Thank you!!
Mar 06, 2013 @ 10:50:29
Easy for me to keep it light I just don’t do heavy – just enjoy what life has to offer and allow others to do the worrying – reads as if I’m selfish or perhaps just practicle!!!
Mar 07, 2013 @ 21:46:50
I couldn’t agree more!! I’m typically seen as being selfish but I think I’m just pragmatic. I only know how to live my life. I can’t live for someone else so why drive myself crazy trying? I don’t feel I should have to apologize for it. Glad to see I’m not alone in this! Thanks for the feedback CJ. It’s as if you read my mind.
Mar 06, 2013 @ 13:36:49
I’ve come off Facebook for a while, FB friends no replacement for real ones! x
Mar 07, 2013 @ 20:54:57
Yeah, I agree. I have to take breaks from it every once in awhile to regain my peace of mind. LOL
Mar 06, 2013 @ 14:28:17
I don’t always keep it light but I do agree with your take on Facebook! That is exactly why I am off it now. Just too much unsolicited advice flying around. Never know when you get hit on the head by it! Enjoyed your post today, it made me smile!
Mar 07, 2013 @ 20:58:44
Hey Amba, I totally agree. I meant to keep it light on the advice giving and passing judgment. That’s what bothers me about FB. Everyone is a self proclaimed expert on everything! Hahaha…anyway, so glad I made you smile. Come visit again please.
Mar 06, 2013 @ 15:45:35
Love your blog. I could not stop reading. I will follow your blog because I see a little of myself in you. We are not of the same age but you are so young and full of life. Continue blogging. It’s good for the soul. See you!
Mar 07, 2013 @ 21:01:19
I’m so glad you love it! I loved yours as well. Very romantic and beautiful. It has a lovely warmth about it. Age is of no consequence as long as we understand each other. I agree, blogging IS good for the soul. See you soon!
Mar 06, 2013 @ 19:04:44
So true, if you start thinking about it! Well noticed, indeed
Mar 07, 2013 @ 21:17:15
Ha! I’m glad I made you think about it. I couldn’t help myself. I was really suddenly bothered by it. Thanks for stopping by.
Mar 07, 2013 @ 07:08:20
Great FB status! I’m sure that ruffled a few feathers. Those “inspirational” posts used to really get on my nerves. I deleted my FB account months ago and have never looked back.
Mar 07, 2013 @ 21:25:04
LOL. You have no idea. There was more than one person that took it very personally even though it had nothing to do with that person. We can’t always please everyone. I had closed mine for about 5 months but reopened it in December. I’m not sure it was a wise choice. We’ll see.
Mar 07, 2013 @ 08:45:37
I <3 that picture! I just discovered the wonder of blogging (although I can't stand the term…it sounds like drudgery, even though it isn't!) and at first it felt narcissistic and silly but it's actually quite rewarding and uplifting!
Mar 07, 2013 @ 21:31:48
Thanks, I really loved it too when I saw it. I am so happy you discovered blogging! Isn’t it a God sent??? I’m obsessed with it. Narcissistic? Naaah…okay maybe a little bit. But that’s the best part! At least you’re talking about yourself and not anyone else. I love reading other people’s blogs. I think it’s fascinating and I agree with you. It is very rewarding and uplifting!
Mar 08, 2013 @ 11:29:37
Great post! It got me to thinking…so I checked my older posts and found I only got “preachy” in one…regarding raising puppies. Phew! Thanks for the reminder to us all!
May 22, 2013 @ 00:23:52
Ha! Thank goodness you only got preachy once. LOL Besides, explaining how to raise puppies is a pretty important subject.
Mar 08, 2013 @ 23:35:34
Beautiful post, I completely agree. I have an ex-friend who has found sobriety and subsequently ONLY posts quotes from the Dahli Lama, jesus, buddha, etc etc over and over and over and feels like they now are somehow spiritually and social better than everyone else but with no judgement and overwhelming compassion for all (yeah right). It’s like people who put you down but feel they are excused because they begin their sentences with “no disrespect but…” or “I don’t judge, I’m just saying….”
Mar 15, 2013 @ 00:09:05
Oh my, I know a couple like that. Last year I had a different account. It had about 150 people in it. I closed it. Then recently I opened a new one with only 40 people on it. It’s made it better but honestly, I find little use for it. Ha!!! This “but with no judgement and overwhelming compassion for all (yeah right)” is sooooooo true! Hahaha…you made me crack up! I love the put down that ends with “I’m telling you this because I’m your friend.” Often time I want to say “I didn’t ask for your feedback. You asked me what was wrong!” Hahaha…one just has to laugh it off.
Mar 09, 2013 @ 11:33:59
Ummmmmmmm……
LOVED this.com!!!!
May 22, 2013 @ 00:24:23
Ha! Thank you.com!
Mar 09, 2013 @ 14:46:37
I love what you said here…hadn’t really realized I felt the same way but, it’s true, facebook is getting to be one giant soapbox for cliched memes and it’s all quite boring and unoriginal. Thanks for stopping by my blog – I’m now enjoying reading yours and really like your style:)
Mar 15, 2013 @ 00:03:30
I couldn’t agree more. I think soapbox is the exact right term. You’re welcome. I really like your style too!
Mar 11, 2013 @ 13:25:23
Agree wholeheartedly! Thanks for the read.
Apr 06, 2013 @ 19:01:59
You’re welcome. Glad you liked it.
Mar 20, 2013 @ 07:34:26
You make such a good point! What I like about blogs is the light tone and especially when they make me laugh!
Apr 06, 2013 @ 19:02:41
I agree. I absolutely love it when they make me laugh. I’m always up for a good laugh.
Mar 22, 2013 @ 13:28:27
So true!
Apr 06, 2013 @ 19:02:55
Apr 04, 2013 @ 07:55:12
I Love it!
))) I also do post these wisdom moments on facebook and here, but i only post them if i truly feel they are real for me. 
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But have to watch this one more carefully!
Apr 06, 2013 @ 19:04:14
Ha! It’s okay. Everyone has they’re own style. As long as you post them without being preachy about it then it’s cool. Thanks for stopping by.
May 21, 2013 @ 11:41:13
I’m always saying “sharing doubles the joy”. As I’m telling people of my joys (in my blog or in the letters I write) I’m reliving my joys, so it’s fun for me because I’m getting even more out of them. Maybe people who read of my joys might get something out of them too – an idea for themselves. I hope that sometimes happens. So when I share I’m not intending to preach, but I suppose my sharing could be taken that way. Of course we all must continue to do our thing and not worry about how our thing is taken. It’s amazing how there will always be strikingly different reactions to whatever we say for each person has their own perspective so putting a speaker and listener together is like mixing chemicals. You never know what reaction you will get. I think that’s what makes sharing so interesting.