Underestimated

"How old are your kids?" which is inevitably followed by the words or the facial expression of "How old are you?"

I can't begin to tell you the number of times this conversation has happened over the last few years. Genetics and a healthy lifestyle has blessed me with an appearance far younger than my actual age. Although many women would love to look younger than they are, I find it difficult for people to take me seriously when they believe I am still a "child".

There was a post on FaceBook that I came across which I immediately connected with.

Since I was very young I have observed everything around me. I learned many things about life, relationships, health, business... and the list goes on, simply by watching, listening, and investigating things that were heard or seen by the people around me. Although I may look young, I have a vast amount of knowledge and wisdom that few people benefit from because they underestimate how someone "so young" could have anything worthwhile to contribute.

Are there people in your life that you underestimate or even ignore because you see them as too young or inexperienced? Take an opportunity to listen to what they have to say. They may just surprise you with their insight.