THE BLOG

The exercise of the power of “ig-NOR-ance” is a two-edged sword.  To intentionally disregard someone or something can help you or hurt you – even endanger you. For example, to ignore RR crossing warnings or a “Bridge Out Ahead” sign can be deadly.  To ignore wise counsel regarding weaknesses in your character can lead to relational or professional suicide.  On the other hand, to ignore unjustified criticism can help you manage your emotional health and bring you peace.  Renowned philosopher Charlie Brown of the Peanut cartoon series was spot on when he said, “The less you respond to rude, critical, argumentative people, the more peaceful your life will become.”

As I write this article the athletic competitions of the 2024 Paris Olympics are in full swing. I love watching the athletes, competing either individually or as a team, as all their efforts and hard work combine with their innate talents to create remarkable athletic feats. Olympic history is filled with examples of such athletic prowess. Occasionally, as icing on the cake, an athlete combines his innate talents, hard work, and efforts with extraordinary personal character to create a truly remarkable athletic feat.

One of the most important components in a person’s life which informs and drives his thoughts and actions is his/her worldview.  Each person has one. Each person has a collection of beliefs, feelings, personal preferences, thoughts, and opinions about how life should be lived individually and in conjunction with others so that life is filled with meaning, purpose, and fulfillment.  A person’s worldview can change depending on how he or she responds to life experiences and voices around them.