Charbel's Conversation Corner: October 2017
Greetings, and Happy Halloween!
Fall has finally arrived, and with all the changes in weather, we have come to the part of the year where we begin to look at far we have come since January. I can tell from personal experiences that 2017 has definitely been a year of firsts. Exploring a new genre, filling a new position, traveling to new territory, these are only some of the many things that I have been able to accomplish this year.
Each experience allows me to see even further the differences that we share as humans. No two humans are exactly alike; we can share commonalities. What I find interesting is the idea that we can live in a society where we can prosper and flourish from one another. and why don't we? Some say it's the eagerness of one another; trying to be the best and not let others embrace the rewards that arise from success. Others say it's just pure evil; hatred for certain ideologies that sets us apart from the rest.
What I've learned is that our world - our culture - adapts at rates that sometimes we cannot control. However, some motifs have stayed constant throughout the ages, and these themes may help us in redefining what we long for in a more peaceful world.
The first thing is that we must honor the past, and not use the past as a means to an end. Yesterday is history; there is no point in holding the past too close, but instead, we should use our past to define the future. We must use the experiences that we have gained to put our best foot forward. Secondly, to be ahead of the game, we must have a plan; our goals and aspirations should be netted out.
Theme #3 is the notion that whatever we want to achieve, we cannot fake it; have a purpose-driven mission that will make you stop at nothing to become successful. Eagerness and passion are similar, yet having the idea of selflessness sets those who are eager to those who are passionate, those who have to help to those who want to help, those wanting a reward for the actions committed and those who realize that sometimes the best incentives are no incentives at all.
Fourth: make symbolic changes - no matter the size. These sorts of adjustments aid in making it who you are. Whatever they may be, remember that these corrections must be made by others, to others, for others. In this case, communicate, communicate, communicate. Do not be on the sidelines in communication. Be proactive in your efforts to make change happen. With the growth of technology, let technology accelerate this change; let it be the catalyst for your efforts.
Symbolically, all oars must be in the water. Give it everything you've got. No matter the trajectory, no matter the terrain, making sure your work and effort are at 100% is all that counts. Finally, and most importantly, stay humble and stay the course.
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. Romans 12:2
Cheers,