What’s the most powerful human character trait?
November 27th, 2007 by Abe Kass
I have been intimately involved in the lives of many people for about twenty-years. I have tried to help others with:
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Out-of-control anger
• Relationship breakdown
• Self-destructive behavior
• and low self-esteem
It is obvious to me why must people suffer. I am including myself. When I am not happy, I know what I am doing to myself that is making me feel the way I do.
Many people find the means to turn around their misery and replace it with peace and happiness. But some don’t. Here’s why . . .
FREE WILL is the most powerful human character trait. I have learned to humble myself to this fact of life. If an individual is set on walking off a cliff—he or she can’t be stopped. Not by a family therapist, not by a police officer, not by a good samaritan, not by a loving family member. NOTHING CAN OVERPOWER FREE WILL. This is life. Accept it.
For me this is often a difficult “pill” to swallow—but I must. Otherwise I would be dragged down by the folly of others. We all must learn when to let go, and then do so.
“Walking off a cliff” could be:
• Substance abuse
• Infidelity
• Destructive sexual behaviors
• Raging at others
• Dishonesty
• Violent behavior
• Excessive self-love that blinds to the feelings of others
• and more
Even though I am a paid professional that has dedicated my life to assisting others upgrade theirs, we are all the same. Each of us has a responsibility to help those we know live a more happy and healthy life.
Make the effort. Let’s contribute to another’s wellbeing. If he or she is helped, celebrate. If not, so be it. You tried and did your best. Regardless of the outcome, you are a better person for your efforts. And this is important to remember!
Some people don’t feel capable of guiding others. Actually we all have what it takes to be a leader and give “good” to others. If you don’t feel your own strength, I have a lesson to help you: Strong Self-esteem — like yourself now and forever. Live with your personal-power.
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Regards to you and your family,
Abe
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