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Humility, a seemingly simple virtue, holds immense power, both within ourselves and in our interactions with the world.
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Unlike arrogance, and there’s a lot of that about, which can halt learning, humility keeps you receptive to lessons, opportunities, and even criticism.
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The journey from the novice white belt to the experienced black belt is a steep climb, and each upward step presents new challenges.
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But, Ego, can easily become a roadblock, it can blind you to your flaws and make you resistant to feedback.
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Sometimes, the biggest obstacle to being humble isn’t a booming ego – but a sneaky one, disguised as; “I have no ego”. These folks might believe they’re above feedback, and their flaws are nonexistent. This, however, is just their ego in disguise.
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True humility is honest self-reflection. It’s accepting you’re a work in progress, open to learning and growing, and the realization that you make mistakes too.
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So ditch the “egoless” act, like everyone else, you’re not perfect.
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True mastery in any field, demands humility. Those who believe they have reached the pinnacle will ultimately stagnate. Being humble, on the other hand, keeps you constantly striving, to confront your weaknesses head-on, acknowledging them as opportunities to learn, from everyone.
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Humility extends to your interactions with others, especially when your focus shifts from your own personal gain to helping people. It’s not measured solely by your achievements, but also by the impact on the lives of those around you.
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The pursuit of knowledge, is never truly finished, regardless of your current level. There are many people who claim to be “masters” that could use a dose of humility and benefit from some self-reflection.
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So ditch the “egoless” act, there will always be room for you to improve.
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“Climb mountains not so the world can see you, but so you can see the world.”