Character protects your talent.
Introduction;
"Many people with talent make it into the limelight, but the ones who have neglected to develop strong character rarely stay there long...because people cannot climb beyond the limitations of their character" author. He believes that character protects our gifts, makes a difference in us, build what's inside us and it prevents us from taking shortcuts to life.
Consequently, he enlisted and explained the components of character which includes;
1. Self-discipline
Quoting Henry Parry liddon, he writes, "what we do on some great occasion will probably depend on what we already are; and what we are will be the result of previous years of self discipline". The author defines self discipline as the ability to do what's right even when you don't feel like doing it.
2. Core values
Our core values are the principles we live by everyday. They define what we believe and how we live. "Core values give order and structure to an individual's life and when that inner life is in order, a person can navigate almost anything the world throws at him" author.
3. A sense of identity:
Firmly, the author asserted, "no matter how hard you try, you cannot consistently behave in a way that is in consistent with how you see yourself". He said in the beginning that when it comes to character, we need to have the answers to the question 'who am I?'".
4. Integrity;
Defining integrity as the alignment of values, thoughts, feelings and actions, he further said,"people who possess the consistency that comes with strong integrity can be very compelling, a person becomes focused and character strengthened.
Below are what character communicates;
1. Character communicates consistency
2. Character communicates choice
3. Character communicates influence
4. Character communicates longevity
TALENT + CHARACTER = TALENT-PLUS person
. Don't give up or give in to adversity:
Like Martin Luther King said, "the true content of a man is not what he does in times of comfort and conveniences but in times of challenges and controversy (paraphrased)". The author believes adversity strengthens character. He advises, "don't give up in the midst of a storm. Don't bait out in the middle of conflict. Wait until the trouble is behind you before assessing whether it's time to change courses or stop. Do that and you may have additional opportunities to develop your talent".
2. Do the right thing:
"Naturally doing the right thing doesn't come to us" said the author. He acknowledges the fact that it's never easy to do the right thing when it will cost us or when nobody will know. But he added, "if you do the right thing and keep doing lit, even if it doesn't help you move ahead with your talent in the short term, it will protect you and serve you well in the long term.
3. Take control of your life:
Blaming other factors like finances environment, people or other circumstances have made people more of victims than victors. "The author states, "it's true that in life, we must face many things outside our control. But know this: while your circumstances are beyond your control, your character is always your choice".
We all have God-given talent; develop yours. You have opportunity before you; pursue it. You have a future that is bright, look forward to it. But above all else, you have the potential to become a person of character follows through with it.
To-Do
1. Now, take the time and identify and write down your core values.
2. Identify your level of discipline. Is it acceptable or not? Remember it's necessary to be achieved and then start.
3. Have you been running from adversity lately or for long? This is time to stand with eyes open to face one. It doesn't kill remember! But it strengthens you character.
Like we always say, keep SHIINE'ing'....
Introduction;
"Many people with talent make it into the limelight, but the ones who have neglected to develop strong character rarely stay there long...because people cannot climb beyond the limitations of their character" author. He believes that character protects our gifts, makes a difference in us, build what's inside us and it prevents us from taking shortcuts to life.
Consequently, he enlisted and explained the components of character which includes;
1. Self-discipline
Quoting Henry Parry liddon, he writes, "what we do on some great occasion will probably depend on what we already are; and what we are will be the result of previous years of self discipline". The author defines self discipline as the ability to do what's right even when you don't feel like doing it.
2. Core values
Our core values are the principles we live by everyday. They define what we believe and how we live. "Core values give order and structure to an individual's life and when that inner life is in order, a person can navigate almost anything the world throws at him" author.
3. A sense of identity:
Firmly, the author asserted, "no matter how hard you try, you cannot consistently behave in a way that is in consistent with how you see yourself". He said in the beginning that when it comes to character, we need to have the answers to the question 'who am I?'".
4. Integrity;
Defining integrity as the alignment of values, thoughts, feelings and actions, he further said,"people who possess the consistency that comes with strong integrity can be very compelling, a person becomes focused and character strengthened.
Below are what character communicates;
1. Character communicates consistency
2. Character communicates choice
3. Character communicates influence
4. Character communicates longevity
TALENT + CHARACTER = TALENT-PLUS person
. Don't give up or give in to adversity:
Like Martin Luther King said, "the true content of a man is not what he does in times of comfort and conveniences but in times of challenges and controversy (paraphrased)". The author believes adversity strengthens character. He advises, "don't give up in the midst of a storm. Don't bait out in the middle of conflict. Wait until the trouble is behind you before assessing whether it's time to change courses or stop. Do that and you may have additional opportunities to develop your talent".
2. Do the right thing:
"Naturally doing the right thing doesn't come to us" said the author. He acknowledges the fact that it's never easy to do the right thing when it will cost us or when nobody will know. But he added, "if you do the right thing and keep doing lit, even if it doesn't help you move ahead with your talent in the short term, it will protect you and serve you well in the long term.
3. Take control of your life:
Blaming other factors like finances environment, people or other circumstances have made people more of victims than victors. "The author states, "it's true that in life, we must face many things outside our control. But know this: while your circumstances are beyond your control, your character is always your choice".
We all have God-given talent; develop yours. You have opportunity before you; pursue it. You have a future that is bright, look forward to it. But above all else, you have the potential to become a person of character follows through with it.
To-Do
1. Now, take the time and identify and write down your core values.
2. Identify your level of discipline. Is it acceptable or not? Remember it's necessary to be achieved and then start.
3. Have you been running from adversity lately or for long? This is time to stand with eyes open to face one. It doesn't kill remember! But it strengthens you character.
Like we always say, keep SHIINE'ing'....
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