OFFERING REAL INSIGHT and
NEW PERSPECTIVES
NOT ANSWERS
For as long as I can remember, I have found human behavior fascinating which has always moved me towards any body of knowledge that offers an explanation. For the last 13 years, I have been teaching college sociology classes – everything from research methods, human relations, death & dying, social problems and the family. The questions and discussions that ensue in each and every class have resulted in a lively dialogue about the human condition and our unending quest for new insights. Furthermore, at my mid life point, I have realized that what I really want to do with my life is be a TV/Web show host - well , here is my convergence effort!
As you already know, the rigor of content in the academic world and the focus on conceptual mastery often leaves little room for application of this knowledge in the real world. That is that nature of this project - idontgetpeople.com - to help you look at the universal problem of trying to ‘get’ other people and learning that you, too, are not alone at this. Through this medium, I hope to provide new insights and stimulate new thinking and new strategic approaches to strengthening relationships and developing yourself!
I know there is no one answer and no secret formula for ‘getting’ people. The fact remains that people come and go, in and out of your life, for your entire life. People change. You change. The more understanding you have the better you feel - at least that's true for me! Additionally, coming to an understanding that you might never understand something is beneficial itself.
To get this project started, I want some "real life" reasons from "real life people" about why they feel that they too, just don't get people. I will then provide my personal take, mixing theoretical knowledgeable + worldly "everyday" humor to give you (and others hopefully) a fresh perspective. I repeat, this is not answers or advice because I firmly believe that you are your own best advisor!
As you already know, the rigor of content in the academic world and the focus on conceptual mastery often leaves little room for application of this knowledge in the real world. That is that nature of this project - idontgetpeople.com - to help you look at the universal problem of trying to ‘get’ other people and learning that you, too, are not alone at this. Through this medium, I hope to provide new insights and stimulate new thinking and new strategic approaches to strengthening relationships and developing yourself!
I know there is no one answer and no secret formula for ‘getting’ people. The fact remains that people come and go, in and out of your life, for your entire life. People change. You change. The more understanding you have the better you feel - at least that's true for me! Additionally, coming to an understanding that you might never understand something is beneficial itself.
To get this project started, I want some "real life" reasons from "real life people" about why they feel that they too, just don't get people. I will then provide my personal take, mixing theoretical knowledgeable + worldly "everyday" humor to give you (and others hopefully) a fresh perspective. I repeat, this is not answers or advice because I firmly believe that you are your own best advisor!