Episode Transcript
Who is this we? A must-ask question for everyone.
Some of us are confronted with the unknown, ambiguous use of the term 'we'. Often believing that the use is inclusive.
This term is intentionally manipulatively used to make us believe we have the same goals in mind. That we are somehow on the same page, because the term "we" is used.
We should always be of the same mindset for the benefit of all. For instance, if I say, "We are going to make lots of money." The most important part is: "But how is this money to be divided? Meantime, who will be in charge of that money?"
Exploitation using the term we, can be found at every level of our lives, from our individual everyday experiences to the human collective. For our mental, emotional, and physical well-being, we need to know the end result of "we.".
We may be used in the construction and execution of the work, only to be tossed aside when the benefits are distributed.
Although life's uncertainties often elicit very different responses. We must examine the source of the we. If the factual, not fantasy, version can be plotted and easily explained, it's real.
So, if I tell you we will be rich and well taken care of, but have no clear plan to get there, and my responses never address the underlying problems or specify the goal we will accomplish, then I am lying.
There have been many individuals who have lost all their money —and sometimes their lives —dealing with the suggestion we. That turns out to be "oh, did I say 'we?" I actually mean not you.
It's not necessary to live in a perpetual state of fear, but staying aware is essential. When emotions come into play, it can be hard to see the forest for the trees. There is never a bad time to make a good judgment.
The only meaningful "we," comes from the quality of the heart—Devoid of malice, exploitation, and callous intent. That way, everyone walks away happy.
The seeds of Good or bad intentions always show up, sooner or later. You won't harvest strawberries if you planted rice.
Who is the "we," and where are "we" going are crucial questions in our lives. And we must come to our own, unemotional, and data-confirmed conclusions. And construct and apply those plans.
If someone is driving your life car, you no longer have the power to stop from driving over a cliff. And since it is your car, they may not care one bit.
Just like you should never go shopping for food when you are hungry, never decide through the eyes of fear, anxiety, or confusion.
If I take care of you, and you take care of me, "we" will always thrive. And when all do well, all is well. There is nothing wrong with looking out for oneself. But there is never a decent way to thrive at the deliberate expense of another.
Unfortunately, the construct is presented as dog-eat-dog, which results in a lot of dead, injured, and crazy dogs. Yes, leadership is excellent. But authentic leadership starts from within. If we do not take ownership of our moral compass, we can end up anywhere.
If we all lay a quality brick in the construction of a united people, one day we will share and excel in a worldly home that is great for everyone.
Peace, prosperity, freedom, and happiness are neither given nor allowed; it is our born right. Make sure "we" are included with equity.
So dear friends, until next time and beyond, take care and stay aware.
How about that?
