This is a revision of an Elbert Hubbard quote, "To avoid criticism do nothing, say nothing, be nothing." I've dropped the first three words to create a personal mantra.
Why have I adopted this? Have you ever been bothered by something you didn't say? Sure, I get upset about things I have said, but the ones that I haven't seem to linger in my guilt repository much longer. Because of this, though, I am often the only one willing to publicly voice my thoughts and concerns - even if I am not the only one thinking them. Yes, this has put me in difficult personal situations at times, but I would not change it. Through this, I have influenced my life and I hold pride in that.
I put out there to everyone....Do Nothing, Say Nothing, Be Nothing. Apply it intelligently and kindly (as required), but apply it.
Why have I adopted this? Have you ever been bothered by something you didn't say? Sure, I get upset about things I have said, but the ones that I haven't seem to linger in my guilt repository much longer. Because of this, though, I am often the only one willing to publicly voice my thoughts and concerns - even if I am not the only one thinking them. Yes, this has put me in difficult personal situations at times, but I would not change it. Through this, I have influenced my life and I hold pride in that.
I put out there to everyone....Do Nothing, Say Nothing, Be Nothing. Apply it intelligently and kindly (as required), but apply it.
Hi, I love this! It's a reminder of why it's important to speak up at the right time and that we are all something. Excellent advice to use sparingly.
ReplyDeletecheers, Lisa