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When did “sticking to your guns” and a single-minded refusal to consider any other viewpoint, or fact — when did these personality traits become admirable? I grew up believing that life is an experience of growth, learning, examining, choosing what works for the good of all. Many of us seem to be afraid to admit we could be wrong about anything. How many parents will say to their children, “I was wrong. I’m sorry.”? It can be difficult to admit a mistake to a business partner, but it’s foolish to try to cover it up. Interpersonal relationships would naturally improve with an understanding flexibility, don’t you think? Growing through these errors of thought can be aided by learning from others. I often remind myself of The Four Agreements or Ho’oponopono. There are many tools we can use to jolt us into an awareness as to how we are reacting to different situations, but those are two of my favorites. Let’s hope more people can become confident enough in their innate goodness to admit where they are wrong in any given situation. I see a peaceful world coming about with this shift in thought!
"Millions of unprejudiced minds -- simple seekers for Truth, weary wanderers, athirst in the desert -- are waiting and watching for rest and drink. Give them a cup of cold water in Christ's name [or Mohammed, or Buddha, or any name you want], and never fear the consequences." Mary Baker Eddy - Science & Health Page 570:14
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