A Pearl of Wisdom… Rights vs. Obligations…
Here is a “Pearl of Wisdom” from fellow engineer and blogger at RJ’s Corner. In these politically tumultuous times, this really resonated with me. Is it about me, or is it about you?
“The single biggest thing I learned was from an indigenous elder of Cherokee descent, Stan Rushworth, who reminded me of the difference between a settler mindset of “I have rights” and an indigenous mindset of “I have obligations.”
Instead of thinking I am born with rights, I choose to think that I am born with obligations to serve past, present, and future generations, and the planet herself.”
RJ is a retired engineer who blogs anonymously from rural Indiana. I thoroughly enjoy his thoughtful insights, and share much of his philosophy. Hope you find this of interest too.
Caring for others is the essence of consulting. It is not about the “right” to make a big pile of money — it is about the “obligation” to make the world a better place.
Food for thought this holiday season!
Peace — Uncle Daryl
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