What is “The Split Second” Exactly?

The Split Second-In Consideration of Others in These Trying Times

I am almost finished with the formal proposal of my book, The Split Second:  In Consideration of Others or Look Up from the Phone and How to Deal with Rudeness in Others. When this is done, I can then start “making the formal pitch” to those who can assist me in getting it published . . . . finally.

I do not know if I have made it clear what that actual “The Split Second” is in reality.  I am urging all of us to be nicer to each other in these difficult times.  I do not come from a position of superiority or nobility.  I think nobility is no fun whatsoever. Furthermore, I need to be reminded to think a bit before I say or do something to show some kindness and not do the right thing.  Hence, that is what The Split Second is: to take a moment and think about what action to take or what to say, only a moment or “split second.”  In the book, I detail how to use that concept in the various aspects of everyday life.  Please note!  I am calling the practice a “second” or a “moment.”  One does not need to stop in his/her tracks and say to him/herself, “Oh gee, what do I need to do next and quell over it for a length of time.” 

  I hope The Split Second will give folks the tools and the consideration in this age to be a nice person towards others.  There are those who “shoot from the hip” or want to say what they want to say when they want to say it (if that were spoken, it would be a mouthful).  The Split Second urges people to think first and then say and/or do the right thing.  I am reminded of that old hymn (although I am not preaching religion whatsoever) Let There Be Peace on Earth and Let It Begin with Me.  I would hope the world just might be a nicer place for us all if perhaps we practiced that philosophy and way of doing things in life.