We all make promises. Sometimes we say we will do something, other it's just the mere fact that we are in a certain position that "promises" we will act in certain ways and not in others. Promises are extremely complicated. Once a promise is made, a pact is established. Nobody likes to be break pacts, … Continue reading Promises
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In search of others
Others do not owe it to you to treat you in a certain way because of your status or position. Your wife will not treat you with love and care simply because you are a husband. Your kids will not look up to you in admiration all their life simply because you are a parent. … Continue reading In search of others
Revolution and evolution
Change can happen through revolution or evolution. Revolution is when things turn around abruptly. It is usually a sudden change, one that is often associated with extreme measures. It creates fracture and discontinuity. The origin of the word is Latin - revolvere, literally "roll back", "revolve". Despite the current accepted meaning, therefore, it does not … Continue reading Revolution and evolution
Help and resistance
Resistance is a very interesting concept, one I knew I would talk about sooner or later. It is not mine, and it was very well developed by Steven Pressfield in his book The War of Art. Resistance is a force that works against getting things done. It has different faces (rationalisation, fear, distraction, procrastination, self-criticism … Continue reading Help and resistance
When your idea is not chosen
When another person's idea prevails on your, and is chosen to be executed, there are three important things you can do. Focus on the positive aspects and on the potential of the idea. No idea is completely good or bad, so the idea that was chosen does most likely have positive aspects. Understand them, ask … Continue reading When your idea is not chosen
