YouTube Lesson: Don’t Correct People

When I first started YouTube, if someone said something which was inaccurate, I would correct the person. Sometimes my words were taken well, while at other times the person blew up in a hot rage.

Recently, two people within minutes of each, said things which they believed to be true.

For one comment, I mentioned someone had recently told me some information about a medical device. The YouTuber commented, “Oh that was me!”

I know the YouTuber did not give me the information because the person who shared the information with me was a physician. The YouTuber was not the person who gave me the information…but using my YouTube wisdom, I did not comment on it and moved on.

Another person scolded me for not seeking medical attention during a certain situation. I could tell the person does not have my health challenges and does not know that getting medical attention is futile. I have the necessary medicine at home. If I went to the doctor, while waiting to be seen, I would have to take my emergency medicines or risk dying. After taking the medicine, there would be no use getting medical attention as the emergency would be over. And thus, there would be no reason to get medical intervention to begin with.

Instead of correcting the person, I said, “Thanks,” and moved on.

As much as I really want to correct the people, I found I have to bite my lip and forget about the interaction.

An Important Anniversary I Almost Forgot

A few days ago, I received a comment on YouTube reminding me about the date I dropped out of medical school. The person said she would be praying for me.

I appreciated the prayers, but I was rather bummed. I had completely forgotten about the anniversary. Now that I was reminded of it, that is the only thing which I have been able to think about.

When today came, I try to keep myself busy. The skies were cloudy, and I was informed it was going to rain. And soon, it did start raining. We are in a drought, and the rain greatly needed. I could not believe we were getting a real rain shower, and not just a few seconds of raindrops, which has been the usual amount of rain we have gotten since May.

As I looked at the rain which continued to fall for many hours, I smiled. It was as if God was taking all the millions of tears I have shed about dropping out of medical school and turned them into raindrops to water the earth.

I watched the birds play in the rain. It seemed they also enjoyed this rare water display from the heavens.

For many years, this day has been a day of sorrow and grief, but of late, I have decided to my sorrow into joy. I rejoice to see the rain, and I laugh as I watch the birds frolic in the water puddles. My life did not turn out the way I wanted, but I am glad I am still here to enjoy it.

“You have turned for me my mourning into dancing. You have put off my sackcloth and girded me with joy, to the end that my glory may sing praise to You, and not be silent, O LORD, My God, I will give thanks unto You forever.” (Psalm 30:11-12)