Post by Stacie S on Apr 7, 2003 23:15:46 GMT -5
Today's thought is:
I am defeated, and know it, if I meet any
human being from whom I find myself unable
to learn.
--George Herbert Palmer
Why do we hate it when someone tells us what
to do? Why is it we sometimes can't stand it
when someone tries to guide us or educate us?
Do we think the person is judging us? If a
teacher or boss comments on our work, we
need to remember that they are commenting
on our workânot on us. If we're asked to clear
the table, it's no more than a request for help.
When we are truly sober, we have nothing to
hide and no reason to resent. When we are
humble, we can feel powerful enough to follow
instructions and accept help. When we can
accept help, we are humble.
Today let me accept direction from people so
that I am better able to offer direction later on.
[/color][/center] I am defeated, and know it, if I meet any
human being from whom I find myself unable
to learn.
--George Herbert Palmer
Why do we hate it when someone tells us what
to do? Why is it we sometimes can't stand it
when someone tries to guide us or educate us?
Do we think the person is judging us? If a
teacher or boss comments on our work, we
need to remember that they are commenting
on our workânot on us. If we're asked to clear
the table, it's no more than a request for help.
When we are truly sober, we have nothing to
hide and no reason to resent. When we are
humble, we can feel powerful enough to follow
instructions and accept help. When we can
accept help, we are humble.
Today let me accept direction from people so
that I am better able to offer direction later on.