The innovator
“It’s the same each time with progress. First they ignore you, then they say you’re mad, then dangerous, then there’s a pause and then you can’t find anyone who disagrees with you.”
People are naturally afraid of anyone who is different until that difference is perceived as a value instead of a threat. Many great inventions did not make it through the process from ignorance to society’s acceptance. I have my personal story to tell from defending one of my inventions in a natural drug free healthcare method for animals. Leave aside the torment and false accusations from drug- promoting competitors, the lessons I learned in the process of standing up for what I have proven to be effective and beneficial to society, are priceless.
“Most times, it’s just a lot easier not to let the world know what’s wrong.”
I bet any inventor, innovator or whistle blower has at least once in their life wished they could let go of that innate drive which urges them go against mainstream and find new solutions. As for myself, I did wish that a few times, but the “easier” way does not seem to work for me. Artist Michelangelo might have an answer for that. When asked once if he liked to sculpt, he surprisingly stated he did not. Did he like to paint? Again he answered with “no”. To which the puzzled interviewer asked:”Why do you do it then?” Michelangelo replied:” Because I must.”