A
thought by John C. Maxwell (2015-10-06) from his book, Intentional Living: Choosing a Life That Matters (p. 121). Center
Street. Kindle Edition. (Click on the title of the book to go to
Amazon.com to buy the book.)
John shares
that “Fred Rogers, of Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood, kept this quote in his wallet: ‘There isn’t anyone you couldn’t learn to love once
you’ve heard their story.’” That is such a good thought.
Understanding
is a very important word and a great way it is found is by asking people
to tell their story. That way you find
out why people do what they do and why they do things the way they do. It also shows how you can help them. It is also of great help to us personally.
John says, “It’s
hard to remain self-centered when your focus is on others. Hearing people’s stories is a great way to get outside of yourself.
Not only will their stories inspire you to help them, but they will also show
you ways you can help them.”
John says, “Do
you know the stories of the people in your life? Do you know where they’ve come
from? Are you acquainted with their struggles, their defining moments? Do you
know about their hopes and dreams? Have you asked what they aspire to, and what
motivates them?”
Have you
done that with your family, your wife, your kids, your dad, your mom? Or is your focus totally on yourself?
If you are
finding your focus is becoming more self-centered then why not spend some time
with your wife or your son or daughter or a friend or even an enemy and ask
them to tell you their story. It will
make a big difference for them. And they might even ask you to tell your story.
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