In any lifetime we all see a change in culture, not always for the best but it demands we be adaptable to change.
In differing degrees society has always had a “me first” approach to life but it seems, to me at least, that in 2013 we see a great deal of the “what’s in it for me” approach to life.
For some people, having to put others first would disable them!
John Ruskin summed it up well when saying “When a Man is wrapped up in himself he becomes a very small parcel”.
In fact such a man has a very small mind and a common symptom might be a very large ego.
Such people will never lay down any roots since they can only commit to themselves.
They have a narrow, distorted view of life where others must lose for them to win.
It’s devoid of the reality that when we all help each other, everyone wins.
It’s one of the reasons we have an unequal society.
For varying reasons everyone cannot always achieve the same as another – but what I challenge here is that there is no excuse for anyone opting out of helping and encouraging others to fulfil their potential.
So heres a question for all of us.
When was the last time we did something in someone else’s interests when we knew that nothing of consequence would result for us?
Hopefully we won’t struggle with the answer but of course the reward should be the satisfaction of giving freely to achieve something good.
Some people will do things to please the Boss but never for colleagues.
They are Influence seekers but poor associates and team players.
Some do well regardless though because it’s an accepted culture to be selfish but self reliance weakens us. No man or woman is an Island .
Ever had a Boss who was nothing short of useless when promoted?
They exist but time isolates them and when real accountability arrives...they fall.
What we have learned was given to us through others.
It places an obligation on us to share with others.
If we are neither a sharer or carer we will become obsolete.
What are we building that testifies to us being skilful?
To have talent and limit its influence is to show no talent at all.
It’s a privilege to help others and even though it takes time and effort it will always have its rewards.
Not being able to think beyond ourselves raises serious questions about our makeup.
It limits all levels of relationships in which selfishness will deprive us of the best experiences.
Maybe we can at least reflect and find a way to support others more.
When we all do it – the results will be significant,
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