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The unsettling truth today is that most people do not know themselves. Even less know what exactly it means to understand oneself entirely, because it has not been accomplished by a great deal of the human race. Our lives are entirely focused on the points of literal matter; that is to say, material culture, rather than on symbolic themes that intertwine life's more meaningful ambitions.
So often that we blatantly call out corruption, greed, envy, anger, and commit it ourselves that we do not recognize the true, underlying root of these destructive emotions. That is fear. But more specifically, the fear of the unknown. Upon contemplation, it becomes obvious that the unknown- what is kept from us, the lack of knowledge given- is what leads us awry from our designated paths. Logically, one may now conclude that this is the main obstacle in what is a universal objective: the quest for absolute knowledge (of our desires, for most).
But it's important to recognize that this chase of information will never conclude. There is simply too much in this vast world to be digested in say, a lifetime, or simply however long one believes their education will carry them forth. In another sense- beyond just simple knowledge, what we learn consolidates into what drives our actions. What spurs us on towards appreciable goals.
There is such a unconscious meaning behind the pursuit of knowledge; which is, the pursuit of perfection. Definite, rather than indefinite, is to us more comprehensible. Know it or not, humans will steadily build up with the unconscious goal of pursuing perfection. And here is the second truth, of which most know, and that is the lack of perfection being ever attainable.
This however, should be no setback to anyone who is going after their standards. But why should one just aim for the standards? It is understandable to make small steps at a time, scaled down minuscule enough for us to take pride in. But in a larger sense, just as is the pursuit of perfection, our work never stops. It runs from generation to generation; picked up by the next of kin, expected to be revolutionary, and to be made as far as possible.
Many people falter here under duress. They just simply cannot handle the pressure, the stress, the time needed for their pursuit of their goals, their long lasting pursuit of perfection, and give up back into a simple life of material absorption, meaningless as the objects themselves. There is no virtuous endeavor and thus could never be a true revelry of success.
Some people, including myself, have been here for some time and built up a considerable amount of credibility, although arguably I wouldn't extend that to myself. But despite that, it does not take a veteran nor a resume to make a meaningful conclusion about the fact you've accumulated along the way. One important fact pertains to your past. It is important to recognize that people will never stop judging you based on that-your failures, your stumbles, your faults; but more so, it is critical that you must acknowledge that the only person you will always be responsible for judging is the same person that you can change your judgement on, and that is yourself.
You. Not anyone else, not him nor her nor your superiors will have the ability to change you as a person. They may scratch the surface, but never make any effective impact. The responsibility ultimately falls on you. And like the goal of perfection or your own high held objectives, this is no light burden to bear. Now that by no means entails ignorance of other's criticisms and advice. Rather, this makes a point in that you have to possess the maturity, the mindset, and the ability to use what people tell you, make a reasonable conclusion about it in your own terms, and adjust your course of action accordingly.
Perhaps one day you will be a leader of some peoples. To lead by example means to first be respected; to earn respect, attain beyond just adequacy or proficiency and truly immerse yourself in what you need to learn. When the world turns against you, when people turn your backs on you, and you turn yourself into a product of little failures built into a culmination of great success, that is when you turn from a boy into a man.
Build up your reputation, but not so much as for the affections of your compatriots than you building confidence and motivation to persist against your adversities.
I have sworn by a personal set of codes. These codes do not limit or restrict your behavior and flexibility in what you do but instead encourages a more meaningful approach to learning, to success, to perseverance and immersing yourself into the very depth and breadth of subjects taught. Afterwards in which one will apply logically to specific facets of their own life. It is up to you, the reader, if you wish to create your own objectives and standards, for that provides meaning to your course of action and may beget motivation for improvement.
From this point forward, I shall no longer hesitate in pursuit of perfection. With clear coherence do I understand that I never will reach so-called "perfection", but with every day of tireless effort and reasonable adjustment, I will improve myself.
I shall be silent in the process of self training and in the moment, focus entirely on myself, and if selfless on how to improve myself to teach others. To be silent is to listen more attentively, and to listen more requires reason to dissect what is important and what is trivial. My routine of discipline is beyond a regular adherence to a schedule and more so to the unwavering spirit that requires endless practice and honest decision-making. I will represent my allegiances with pride, and more so myself with confidence and honor on the field and within the shadows of which the eye only sees the unknown. What I do not know, I will aspire to absorb and comprehend what I can.
To display my utmost respect, responsibility, and competence; to do all things for the good of myself if not the general benefit of the people around me; to contribute, to demonstrate, to do what is meaningful in your career and life beyond petty possessions such as ranks. To embark on this journey means to turn from a struggling novice to a man who can take pride in his success, his people, and most importantly, himself.
Composed Sep. 8 2016 10:00 PM PST by RogueRebel
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