Preamble
You can spend hours arguing about what in the USSR was more - good or bad. Each political system has its pros and cons for different strata of the population. But one thing remains unchanged: there are always people who don't live, but surviving from day to day! And it so happened that my family could not boast of a good income. Neither in the times of the USSR nor after its collapse... As far as I can remember, at certain times even a piece of bread was a delicacy. At the same time, in the minds of people, including my parents, there was an ineradicable belief that money - evil. This is not surprising because for so many years they lived under the influence of agitation about the "tainted capitalistic West". Therefore, one more thing not surprisingly - my upbringing.
Who I was.
My teenage life did not begin in the most pleasant way. The world turned out disastrously greed and injustice place indifferent to someone else's misfortune! On the other hand - I... wanted to help every kitten on the street. But as you guessed, almost always my desires and "wants" remained unrealized. 'Cause most of the problems in our world are solved by money, but I didn't have it. Years were passing, and nothing changed for me. The world didn't want to "bend". And I in those days did not realize that to change the world it is necessary to change myself. Change my perception, consciousness, way of thinking! But I was brought up to listen to the elders and respect them. Do not question their words... All the fault - my naivety, lack of critical thinking. Now it all seems so simple truths but in those days... So, I lived tormented by thoughts of not being able to help someone... but in fact, I myself needed help.
Changes.
It's no secret that cunning people make money off the naivete. And since my "almost adult" life was at a time when my country was fully mastering capitalism, I was deceived... and then again. It's unpleasant - to work and not get money for it, is it? No one wants to be a simpleton, a fool. In those moments, I began to realize "how things work". Simple workers are no longer needed to the country which no longer exists! Everything changed! Those who would reject it and try to live "out of habit" - will sink into oblivion. I began to re-learn life... this time not on someone else's orders, advice, and rules, but using my own mind. I completely revised the thesis "need to respect the elders." The asshole does not become wise with age, he becomes an old asshole! People are respected for their actions, and not for the number of years lived by them... And you know, I stopped being deceived and got a permanent job. Of course, this was not a dream job, but I had enough to buy eat and pay bills. It would seem that if you have a constant income, you can gradually create savings. But this was hampered by several reasons... the main one of which I believe is the wrong attitude to money in principle. Yes, yes... money is evil! Why do they need me? I could easily give them to anyone who (in my opinion) need it. Only a few years later and faced with the situation when the money could save a life... I realized that money must also be treated wisely! Money can do woes, but not on their own. It all depends on - in whose hands is it!
Now.
Now I'm here - on Steemit, and I am firmly convinced that Steemit can change the lives of many people for the better! I understood that I love money and money began to love me :) Maybe it does not sound right, but it's true! For the first time in my life, the desire to help coincided with the opportunity! In fact, money is an opportunity. Opportunity is not only for someone who has it! All you need is to have the desire to make good deeds! Here I met wonderful people who think the same way and, as far as possible, help others! For example - @ackza, he helps people here on Steemit and in real life! It only convinces me more and more that we are on the right way! Therefore, I urge you not to consider Steemit only as a means of earning and solving your own problems! Remember - even one person is able to do something good for many! And together we can change the world! Already now we erase borders invented by the governments! We communicate and we help each other! We grow and develop together!
Afterword.
The text is a bit chaotic... I understand. But it's only because it's true. These are my pure thoughts and emotions, without any fiction. I sincerely hope that this utopia will ever come! That people will stop thinking only about themselves and realize that together we can achieve much more than personal welfare! Our years are very limited and there is only one highest goal - what will be left for children after us! And I don't mean only my children! In our Steem Power to rid them all of the problems with which we struggle day by day!
Sincerely, Terry Craft.
Uniqueness make a better life without loneliness, a person can't live without alone, for this reason we want to help from others, from those situation we could uniue as steemians @terrycraft
So my life has changed for the better on this format....... Too bad it didn't happen sooner in my life. But I see me passing this all onto my daughter and grandson. They are skeptical but as I show them real progress they begin to accept it more. With her being a writer at heart she should do well here on Steemit.
Great post! It truly is a fact that the more you give, the more you receive. SteemIt is about engaging, interacting, and encouraging those around us, just as they will do for you when you need it. We're all in this together and the more one of us succeeds, the more we all succeed. I really applaud your taking charge of your own life and putting yourself on a path to success. You are and should be a shining example about what makes SteemIt a great place to be. Keep up the great work and keep shining your light on all who interact with you. You will affect more lives than you'll ever know by just being true to yourself and giving as you receive.
Great post and thank you for all you do.....Steem On!
I wholeheartedly agree with this, "money is an opportunity", and a simple opportunity can change a life!
This entire platform is a great opportunity for many, especially seeing as we're all relatively early access at this moment, and even the smallest of minnows will be able to forge their way forward in time with persistent, consistent effort!
The beauty of this platform is that people realize they'll need to better themselves to better their content, and then they'll realize that to accomplish that they need to focus on bettering other's, and contributing to making this community an amazing family!
Wow what a good post from you. I agree because steemit has actually made me a better blogger that socializes more with community members, more financial return in cryptos and a more carefing person. Thanks for great posts hence why you always have my upvotes... Too bad that this amazing platform didnt happen soon however, I am still grateful that we are early adopters and will see more success.
Moreover, I am currenty supporting a new minnow via my latest post yesterday in order to motivate her not to give up..feel free to check it out and send in your support...wish you a blessed weekend.
Thank you, Charles.
Ok, I'll follow @kelgreen and chek her blog.
Steemit influenced me to become a better person for me and others around me. That's a fact and I'm working on it :)
That is just the spirit. Steemit has brought out the latent humanity in us and we tend to maintain it on a daily basis. Steemit was the best thing to have happened to me last year.
You are absolutely right! Steemit can return to us what we so quickly lose - humanity! This may be what will unite us.
i agree with you! That people will stop thinking only about themselves and realize that together we can achieve much more than personal welfare!you are great we can do work as a team to achieve more!
Steemit also helps many people to be successful and better.
The main thing - that people don't focus only on their own success!
Yeah dear @terrycraft, fully appreciate with your valuable complement
Yes, that should be a goal of everyone not just only for someone he/she know or for himself or herself. This should be realized by many of steemians, 'cause steemian by itself means family.
Exactly!
Chaotic or not, those were some damn fine words. The more people remember it is about and has always been about people, the better the world will be. And I mean people as in life, not money, not government, but people helping people living with people.
I am glad I decided to follow you and to participate in your poetry contest. I grow weary of all the hate and trolling, deceit and lies. I welcome the freshness of your blog, poetry, and post. Thank you.
Thank you for right words and support. I appreciate different opinions and I want to do my best on Steemit!
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steem make my life different ..i am online every time in steem .. and stop fb.
You’ve certainly had success here on Steemit. I can identify with your story and hope to find the same successes myself...
Life is a crazy maze of ups and downs but for some reason, when I found Steemit I knew things were about to change.
Idk I just have this feeling that in 6 months, my life will be different.
Hi friend steemit has changed our lives immensely and has brought us so near to each other that we can feel the joy and happiness together. This world is so wonderful and lovely and very dear to us, we can build here, we can learn here and we can earn here the needs of people economic freedom and friendship and love. Thanks for sharing, have a great time ahead my dear friend.
Steemit has succeeded trying to bring out the best out of us, for us to discover the talent we had in us to help us get ahead.
@terrycraft, its only a matter of choice of helping people, here on this platform this may sounds weird but we all have our own reasons why we join steemit! For you to put utopia a reality, i have my own purpose in joining steemit it may sound greedy but for me i need to focus first on how i can uplift my personal life most likely on the financial aspects! Yes, i have a permanent job but until now the future for my family is not yet clear! Of course one cannot predict the future but what I'am aiming is to prepare for that! I firmly believe that one cannot give, what he does not have. I know what we should do, steemit is the way for us to achieved our various goals! We may have different goals but as of now we have the same platform to carry out what we believe. Hopefully we all met up in the path that we choose, different path but rest assure we all end up to what is good and the good of everyone! Thanks for sharing your ideas and principles @terrycraft.
Nope, it's not sound greedy, my friend. When I came on Steemit I have no money for food, and 1st for me was money! Therefore, I have no right to demand something. I just express my point of view and emphasize that when we achieved success, we can help those who are far from it!
Thank you friend for the respect and I'm glad that we share the same sentiments!
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Lovely post. I loved the sincerity in this post. We truly can do more together than we can do alone. It is the same in my country. Everybody is striving and no one seems to Want to assist the other. Those who have, ignore those who lack or give them just enough so they can come back for more. It is a sad situation but it is the reality on ground.
I will not lie, I came to steemit in order to escape my empty bank balance. Here I have discovered that you can't truly make it if you pursue a capitalist bent in your dealings. Steemit is made in such a way that you benefit from helping those about you. This I have witnessed for myself.
For those of us who can help, who have the knowledge, the skill, the finances to make another's vision become a reality, please do. I guarantee you will be glad you did.
Thank you @terrycraft for your words. They came at the right time.
I beleive because if I can pay my bill throug steemit so can any one who joins steemit
What a wonderful blog putting yourself out there so we can get to know you better, I'm happy you are having such success in steemit you deserve it! And I love your positive outlook!! Have a beautiful Monday❤️
Hello @terrycraft.
what is see of utmost necessity is the change of our perception,our consciousness and aptitude toward finance, without which our lifestyle would still remain the same, even while steeming.
i support the change, the change to do better, the change to unlearn the archaic method and embrace hospitality,forwardness and development
let's steem to greater heights
Is this text really chaotic? I'll say no. No true story is chaotic. You've come too far and it's god you didn't give up.
The part you said
And also, steemit has changed our lives for good. I've developed and also evolved. I've learnt how important teamwork is and I've engaged in it big time.
Fantastic post @terrycraft ! I was mostly a loner and never even used the internet or any social media sites befor my sons told me about steemit 18 months ago !! Steemit has changed my life in more ways then one , and actually is still teaching me how to be better at socializing and am now a community advocate !! Love Steemit !!upped and resteemed💕✌👍😊
Hello, @karenmckersie.. How do I put images on the comment section
Am so impressed about ur post am following u up In order to stay in touch.
Bravo. Bravo. Bravo. Good one. Honest. Real. BRAVO.
I belive steemit is a great platform... I mean, it brings out the talent in a person.. Its a place where you pour out your mind and get rewarded.. The problem is, many steemians who have made it or are making it big have refused to help new minnows like us.. @terrycraft, I hope u help me as you help others
Beautiful beautiful.
Your text has moved me in such a way. I see myself portrayed in word, because it is my own thought.
I am very new to Steemit. I have won little; for many months I only obtained less than 1.00 sbd. However from the beginning, I have won many friendships, nice people, kind treatment. When one is old and enters technology, it is very sad. It seems that a herd of buffaloes trample you. However, I remained strong. Today I earn a little and it has helped me to cover medical expenses and help my brothers and friends, to buy some food. Everything is very, very chaotic (Venezuela).
Since I entered Steemit, I made myself read the philosophy of many great-hearted beings. A wonderful ideal and a light that spreads. That is my best profit.
Thanks for leaving your wake friend @terrrycraft.
I came to you, through a poetry contest. Although I do not speak English, I made the effort, because good feeling has no borders.
I wish you all the happiness possible.