I agree. It's wise not to feel better because of someone's failure to live up to their principles. On a personal level, I feel I failed many times without others noticing. But i remind myself to correct such behavior. It is a continuous struggle.
Character is built in those private moments where nobody else sees the failure or the correction. The fact that it’s a continuous struggle is part of the work. Thanks, Ahmed.
This reminds me of why I stopped arguing on the internet years ago. Most of the time, the anger we feel at strangers online is just an excuse to feel morally superior for ten minutes.
I can relate to that. When I was younger I spent far too much time arguing with people online, and letting go of that need to prove a point was honestly such a relief. You realize how much energy you were giving away.
I like how you mention that accountability is exactly what is required sometimes very early on in your essay. While it's very good to look within and consider our own behaviors and responses to events/people/situations, context matters so, so much.
I've been a student of Stoicism for many years and have been enjoying your writing by the way so keep up the good work! Excited for the next article.
Daring to face the truth about oneself is very difficult. Reflecting on my past challenges unachieved, what's past is over. I have the future to rewrite that mistakes. I shall remind myself to improve and not beat myself about my past mistakes but challenge myself to better myself even if it is just a small amount each day.
Nailed it for me. I’m having conflict with a work colleague who refuses to train me on critical tasks. Like this article says - it’s not because he wants to see me fail necessarily but the reality is he will look like the white knight if I do. It’s fear and insecurity. He’s still an honorable guy.
I agree. It's wise not to feel better because of someone's failure to live up to their principles. On a personal level, I feel I failed many times without others noticing. But i remind myself to correct such behavior. It is a continuous struggle.
Character is built in those private moments where nobody else sees the failure or the correction. The fact that it’s a continuous struggle is part of the work. Thanks, Ahmed.
I enjoy your posts very much I learn about myself and how understanding others better.
thank you for sharing.
Thank you, Jeff. I really appreciate that.
the bit about a legitimate grievance quietly turning into wanting someone to suffer a little more... yeah
This reminds me of why I stopped arguing on the internet years ago. Most of the time, the anger we feel at strangers online is just an excuse to feel morally superior for ten minutes.
I can relate to that. When I was younger I spent far too much time arguing with people online, and letting go of that need to prove a point was honestly such a relief. You realize how much energy you were giving away.
Love the post. Thanks
Right post at the right time ❤️
Perfect timing. These emails always seem to meet me when I’m thinking of what to do or what I had already done. Uncanny.
Clocked me real bad, loved this post
I like how you mention that accountability is exactly what is required sometimes very early on in your essay. While it's very good to look within and consider our own behaviors and responses to events/people/situations, context matters so, so much.
I've been a student of Stoicism for many years and have been enjoying your writing by the way so keep up the good work! Excited for the next article.
Daring to face the truth about oneself is very difficult. Reflecting on my past challenges unachieved, what's past is over. I have the future to rewrite that mistakes. I shall remind myself to improve and not beat myself about my past mistakes but challenge myself to better myself even if it is just a small amount each day.
Thank you for this refreshing post. Always a necessary reminder.
A critical one at that!
I'm listening to this very much timely. Right post at the right time honestly.
OUCH!!! Once again, this is exactly the post I needed. Now I need to figure out how to move forward.
This one grounded me so hard. Amazing post tysm!!
I agree with it all, so how 🤔 do deal been a referee between ur wife and ur care taker.
Nailed it for me. I’m having conflict with a work colleague who refuses to train me on critical tasks. Like this article says - it’s not because he wants to see me fail necessarily but the reality is he will look like the white knight if I do. It’s fear and insecurity. He’s still an honorable guy.