The Numbers Game
If a tree fell in a forest and no one heard it, would it make any sound?
I think that’s how the question goes. And, I think we have to define what we mean by “sound” before we can answer the question. If “sound” is the “waves” in the air, then the tree did, in fact, make sound. If “sound” is the reception of those waves by a sentient being, then I guess it depends on whether or not such a being “heard” the tree. If “sound” is narrowly defined as the sound waves hitting a human ear drum, then the question is answered directly by the “no one heard it” part of the question.
I guess I’m thinking about that today as I look at the number of “hits” on this blog and on my website. If my goal is to ensure that no one who has experienced childhood sexual abuse has to feel like they’re facing recovery alone, then what does it mean if there aren’t very many visitors?
- Does it mean that there aren’t many of us who did face the horrors of such abuse? Sadly, that’s almost certainly not true.
- Does it mean that no one feels alone in the struggle? Again, the sad truth is that’s probably not true either.
- Does it mean that it’s hard to reach out in the midst of such a struggle? Sadly, that’s likely true.
- Does it mean that it’s hard to find this site and/or this blog amidst the massive number of sites in the world wide web? It certainly could mean that.
I’m sure I could go on and on for a while. I need to stop for today, though. If you feel alone, please know that you are not alone.
My prayer for each of us today is that we can find safe connections. After all, God made us to be connected to him and to one another.
Blessings, SCW
January 22nd, 2008 at 6:06 pm
I certainly appreciate all you have shared! Thank you and Goddess Bless You!