Meditations on "Humility"

One of the coping mechanisms many of us use when dealing with low-self-esteem and the humiliation of our past failures is the mask of arrogance.

When we reflect on our destructive and addictive lifestyle, we begin to recognize the extent of the dumb choices we have made.

In the middle of the Bible, just after Psalms, we find the book of Proverbs which contains all sorts of practical wisdom about everyday living.

Happy New Year! This is the first of 366 days we have in this leap-year to enjoy life and do good.

Most of us have a face come to mind when we are asked to think of someone who is a "know-it-all.

Just for today I will be agreeable. I will not criticize, not find fault, and not try to improve or control anybody except myself.

Pride is a very destructive character defect. It is evident in our lives when we think negative, angry, or victimized thoughts.

A humble life is grounded in a realistic view of ourselves.

An important character strength to develop is tolerance – being patient, understanding, and accepting of something different.

Many of us lost our true identity because we grew up in dysfunctional families and were forced to assume survival roles.

Unresolved grudges from offences committed against us in childhood, usually show up in adulthood as deeply rooted bitterness.

None of us like criticism but all of us should take time to hear what is being said and deal with it.