Idiots vs. Maniacs

Here is an interesting way to analyze the way you view the folks around you.

I was in Driver's Ed summer school class many moons ago. My teacher, who somewhat resembled George Carlin in appearance, showed a portion of a videotaped George Carlin stand-up comedy routine in class. (That's public schooling for you -- even back then there was much to roll your eyes about). Anyway, most of that video is lost in my memory bank somewhere, but one tiny portion stands out:

"Did you ever notice how everyone who drives slower than you is an Idiot, and everyone who drives faster than you is a Maniac?"

You can see this is true, no? Now apply the concept to things other than driving. Parenting. Most people think we are Idiot Parents, but a few consider us to be Maniac Parents. Now try diet. Religion. Finances. See how it describes your view of those around you? (And their view of you.) Interesting, huh?