One side does not fit all the way

I completed a course on bias that included a fascinating exercise: watching a video of people in black and white shirts passing a ball. While I focused on counting the passes, I completely missed the gorilla that walked into the center of the scene. This exercise was a vivid reminder of how easy it is to miss the bigger picture, and it wasn't my first time—nor will it likely be my last.

I’ve found that I sometimes struggle to commit to conclusions that don’t feel groundbreaking, and I’ve learned the importance of staying open to perspectives I might initially overlook. This resonates with moments like the classic Muppet caper scene, where Kermit and Fozzie take a picture of themselves while completely missing a robbery unfolding in the background.

I’ve also realized the pitfalls of lumping similar things together too quickly. For example, in the context of family dynamics, I’ve mistakenly assumed certain situations were entirely one-sided. Experiences like these have taught me to dig deeper, look closer, and challenge my assumptions.