Humility is recognizing our own weaknesses and shortcomings, and allowing the weak areas of our life to be changed. We all have areas in which we have failed, in one way or another. We cannot begin the process of self-improvement until we are willing to admit that improvement is needed.
It is natural to have strong points and weak points. The way that we were raised, the personality that we have, and our own motivating factors affect who we are.
We must be proud of both our strengths and our weaknesses, because when we acknowledge areas that need work, it indicates that we are on a path of self-improvement and discipline which will make us more well rounded.
My biggest areas for improvement are diligence, timeliness, and balance. I have a tendency to focus on priorities that are new and exciting, while postponing other responsibilities. I am working to break that habit and make sure that at the end of the day, all of my responsibilities are met.
I have always had difficulty with timeliness. Many of my family members didn't make this a priority, and I became comfortable with being late. I've made a point to be prompt anywhere I'm needed, and to be more efficient managing my time. We are often judged by our punctuality, and I'd like this to reflect well on me.
I'm also working to maintain balance between needs/wants and what will actually create a better life for myself. Basically, not being a hostage to emotions / greed / insecurity.
This process is to help us recognize that regardless of our age or position in life, we are now at the starting line in a path to self-perfection. The change will come gradually, and we will make mistakes and encounter difficulty, but we will also become stronger.
Use this opportunity to reflect on some of the challenges you face today. How did your action or inaction help contribute to those problems? What are recurring issues in your life that you'd like to see resolved? If you could remove three characteristics from your personality, what would they be?
Take the first step. Do not be afraid of the answers to those questions. Knowing them will allow you to finally make the positive change you seek.
Posted By: Jon C.
Thursday, July 31st 2008 at 10:16AM
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