Sharing the Ascension Experience
Definitions: (1) modest or meek in temperament; free from pride or vanity; (2) respectful Synonyms: unassuming, unobtrusive, unpretentious Familial Quality: humor Too Far: arrogance, conceit, haughtiness, false pride, the humble brag Quotes:• Lay first the foundation of humility. — Saint Augustine, Bishop of Hippo (354-430) Roman theologian• Many who are first shall be last, while … Read more
Definitions: (1) modest or meek in temperament; free from pride or vanity; (2) respectful Synonyms: unassuming, unobtrusive, unpretentious Familial Quality: humor Too Far: arrogance, conceit, haughtiness, false pride, the humble brag Quotes:• Lay first the foundation of humility. — Saint Augustine, Bishop of Hippo (354-430) Roman theologian• Many who are first shall be last, while … Read more
Definitions: (1) recognition of the value of one’s fellows; ; caritas <love & compassion>; (2) a person promoting human welfare and social reform <especially through the elimination of pain and suffering>; (3) a philanthropist Synonym: Egalitarianism: the doctrine that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities. Quote:• When we see others as the enemy, we risk becoming … Read more
Definition: having what are considered the best qualities of humankind; merciful; considerate; sympathetic; compassionate; benevolent Quotes:• Neither a man nor a crowd nor a nation can be trusted to act humanely or to think sanely under the influence of a great fear. — Bertrand Arthur William Russell (1872–1970) British polymath [four disciplines]• Eliminate irrelevant and inaccurate … Read more
Definition: inviting a close embrace; cuddly Compatible Quality: hugge: a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being (Regarded as a defining characteristic of Danish culture). How to Live This Quality Today: Hug someone. Quotes:• You can never have too many books or too many hugs. — Gina House (~1980’s-) American … Read more
Definitions: (1) receiving and entertaining strangers and guests with generous kindness and in a friendly manner; (2) offering a pleasant or sustaining environment; (3) liberal and generous in disposition; receptive or, at lease, respectful of new ideas Compatible Quality: teranga <hospitality, respect, community, solidarity and sharing> Senegalese Quotes:• Hospitality is present when something happens for you. It is absent … Read more
Definitions: (1) desire for good accompanied with a belief that it is obtainable; (2) expecting to get what one wants and/or needs; (3) having the vision, energy, and ability to turn dreams into reality Synonyms: confidence, expectation, starry-eyed Compatible Qualities: determination, optimism Consequential Quality: long-suffering Music: “Over the Rainbow” {1939}Somewhere, over the rainbowBluebirds flyBirds fly … Read more
Definitions: (1) desire for good accompanied with a belief that it is obtainable; (2) expecting to get what one wants and/or needs; (3) having the vision, energy, and ability to turn dreams into reality Synonyms: confidence, expectation, starry-eyed Compatible Qualities: optimism Consequential Quality: long-suffering Music: “Over the Rainbow” {1939}Somewhere, over the rainbowBluebirds flyBirds fly over … Read more
Definitions: (1) worthy of great respect; highly regarded; estimable; (2) motivated by principles of decency with a scrupulous regard to probity, rectitude, or reputation Synonyms: dignified, noble, renowned, upright Quotes:• If children are expected to be honest, parents must be honest. If children are expected to be virtuous, parents must be virtuous. If you expect … Read more
Definitions: (1) held in reverence; respectable; honorable; (2) praiseworthy <an honest day’s work>; creditable; (3) commendable; seemly; (4) possessing integrity; truthful; trustworthy; unashamed; (5) showing fairness and sincerity; frank; (6) innocent See also: Upright Balancing Quality: Decisiveness Too Far: insensitive, naive Quote:• “Honesty” (absolutely indispensable in science) … is probably the least likely marvel ever … Read more