David Hawkins, author of Power Versus Force says, ” Wisdom is doing that which makes you strong and avoiding that which makes you weak.” With the purpose of developing wise leaders, here is a short list that contrasts that which makes us strong versus that which makes us weak.
Strong = Focus on possibilities
Weak = Focus on limitations
Strong = Learning from others
Weak = Being a know-it-all
Strong = Encouraging someone
Weak = Criticizing someone
Strong = A disciplined approach to diet and exercise
Weak = Over-eating, lack of activity, smoking, overindulgence
Strong = Inclusiveness
Weak = Separation
Strong = Development
Weak = Ignorance
Strong = Investment in self
Weak = Excuses
Strong = Responsibility
Weak = Blame
Strong = Curiosity
Weak = Judgment
Strong = Openness
Weak = Closed mindedness
Strong = Channeled anger
Weak = Loss of control
Strong = Making choices based on values
Weak = Making choices based on addictions
Every day we have the opportunity to practice wisdom by thinking and doing that which makes us strong. Wise leaders focus on that which makes them and others strong. What will you do today to gain strength?
