Change Blindness

We were discussing the concept of "change blindness" in my psychology class recently. After having heard the lecture and watching several videos, I began thinking about the concept and how it affects me personally. I know, I think too much sometimes. But before I tell you my thoughts, I think you should watch the video below. I've never done this before and can't figure out how to post the actual video onto my page, so just follow the link :) and if/when that doesn't work, simply enter in "Change Blindness" into youtube and watch and follow instructions. So, here you go. And yes, watch the video even if you have a slow computer. No excuses on this one :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ahg6qcgoay4 

So... I'm assuming you have watched the video... if not, shame on you. Go watch it now.

For you obedient followers, I will begin my thoughts. Ahem... So after watching this, I felt slightly dumb because I fell into their trap perfectly and never even noticed the bear. After getting over this, I realized how this concept so often plays into my life.

How so you may ask? Well... on a day to day basis, I am often so focused on the small tasks at hand. Getting this paper done on time, updating my blog, getting my study group together. Just whatever. And at the end of the day, I look back and feel as if I missed the big picture.

I am in no way suggesting that these small things are not important because I know they are. However, I feel as if my purpose in this world is to be Christ and show His love to all. 

"He said to them, 'Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation.' " Mark 16:15

That's why I'm here. The small things are only whats helping me stay here. So if these small things are whats keeping my focusing, the big picture is slowly being pushed away. This is not okay with me. I want to see the big picture every day.

I know the passes are important, but when are the passes worth missing the bear? I want to see the bear. Every day.