He who attains his ideal, by that very fact transcends it. — Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche (1844-1900) Philosopher
As we Mature we gain a more accurate idea of Riches. We certainly need to appreciate the physical value of material things: nature, travel, comfort, & health. And new ideas, entertainment, & interesting discussions are mentally stimulating. Yet we must also give friendship, soul growth, & service their due.
What will you bring with you to the other side?
Peace,
Jim
RICH
Definitions: (1) possessing abundant possessions <as material wealth, mental knowing, and/or spiritual worth>; (2) having high value or quality; (3) plentiful; ample; (4) elaborate; luxurious
Synonyms: affluent, copious, fruitful, luscious, precious, sumptuous
Balancing Quality: gratitude
Quote: If you are in debt, it is because someone believed in you and had enough faith in you to trust you financially. If others are in debt to you, it is because you extended your trust to them. — Catherine Ponder (1927 – ) The Dynamic Laws of Prosperity
Symbol: all forms of treasure [including riches of the mind and of the spirit]
MATURING
Definitions: (1) moving toward the next level of growth; (2) developing or working out fully; becoming complete; perfecting
Quote: Maturity: to have regained the seriousness that was had as a child at play. — Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche (1844-1900) German Poet
Reflections:
• Giving selflessly, in order to be truly mature, must include self-esteem, power, and the ability to clearly and compassionately communicate, especially in a confrontation.
• Maturity is our move from an egocentric universe to an other-centered universe. We traverse, as an individual or as a society, through survival, security, duty, subjective self-interest, pitiful altruism, helpfulness, and finally on to generosity – a person or group can get stuck in any one of these levels.
Comment: Children try to establish their identity. One of the immature ways they do so is by exaggerating the differences they see. Somebody who has glasses is called four-eyes; somebody who is large is fat. There is a lack of subtlety in their differentiation between themselves and others.
Some adults (of any race) hold that someone who has a different skin color or a different genetic structure is superior or inferior. This prejudice gives the immature person a comparison to judge themselves by. Physical, emotional, psychological, intellectual, social, and historical differences are facts. Generalizations, especially negative generalizations, are very dangerous and cannot fit all of any class.
The mature person goes beyond the façade If there is a need to judge, they will do so based on the character of the individual.
