The two sections of this post reminded me of two Vernon Howard quotes,
Many of us knock on the door but remain outside, because knocking and entering are entirely different actions. Knocking is necessary, consisting of reading books, attending meetings, asking questions. But entrance requires much bolder action. It requires one to enter into himself, to uncover hidden motives, to see contradictions, and to realize his actual power for self-change.
It is a mistake for anyone to think he has lived too long in his old, unsatisfactory ways to make the great change. If you switch on the light in a dark room, it makes no difference how long it was dark because the light will still shine. Be teachable. That is the whole secret.
Wonderful essay Barry! This reminds of a saying from one of my teachers that knowledge without implementation does not result in transformation. And uninformed implementation can be destructive.
The two sections of this post reminded me of two Vernon Howard quotes,
Many of us knock on the door but remain outside, because knocking and entering are entirely different actions. Knocking is necessary, consisting of reading books, attending meetings, asking questions. But entrance requires much bolder action. It requires one to enter into himself, to uncover hidden motives, to see contradictions, and to realize his actual power for self-change.
It is a mistake for anyone to think he has lived too long in his old, unsatisfactory ways to make the great change. If you switch on the light in a dark room, it makes no difference how long it was dark because the light will still shine. Be teachable. That is the whole secret.
Looking forward to the next Mindset Shifts
Andrew, Thank you for the evocative quotes!
Wonderful essay Barry! This reminds of a saying from one of my teachers that knowledge without implementation does not result in transformation. And uninformed implementation can be destructive.
Nathalie, I appreciate the kind words and wonderful saying.