Glad you mentioned Farley in this. Great example of someone who every single person that met him liked. He had those internal battles that no one ever truly knew or saw though.
Then you have this which is true: The harsh reality is that no matter how much we may want to help or how much we know, you cannot force someone to change unless they truly want it for themselves.
So true.
I’ve found from my own experience but also being around others that there comes a point in time when the person really does want to change it for themselves. But whatever “it” is, is so deeply rooted and has taken control that they really are powerless. They want to stop, and no matter how strong they are, they can’t. It’s the first step in AA, NA, etc.
It goes back to your first illustration. Getting on top and aware early if one can.
Glad you mentioned Farley in this. Great example of someone who every single person that met him liked. He had those internal battles that no one ever truly knew or saw though.
Then you have this which is true: The harsh reality is that no matter how much we may want to help or how much we know, you cannot force someone to change unless they truly want it for themselves.
So true.
I’ve found from my own experience but also being around others that there comes a point in time when the person really does want to change it for themselves. But whatever “it” is, is so deeply rooted and has taken control that they really are powerless. They want to stop, and no matter how strong they are, they can’t. It’s the first step in AA, NA, etc.
It goes back to your first illustration. Getting on top and aware early if one can.
Great post 👏
Appreciate you for sharing your experience, Mike. 🙏
Agree with every word. Outer motivation it’s to be used sparingly.
At the end of the day, it’s our inner drive that saves the day.
Thanks that is very helpful
Glad to hear that Kalihi. 🙏
Start with the Seven Deadly Sins and add from there:
Pride
Anger
Greed
Envy
Overindulgence
Sloth
Lust
I would add Fear to the list — at minimum.
Appreciate you for sharing your thoughts. 🙏