By Dr Charles Leyman Kachitsa
Every human being has to deal with multiplicity of roles in their livelihood and on a daily basis. The very basic of being found alone, isolated brings a different role in a person than they would exhibit in the presence of other people. The reactions and behaviour to other people depends on the perception of the individual as to how they see the others and what they judge as an appropriate level of engagement. Trust always comes in as an issue of prominence no matter the circumstance.
Apart from trust, people play roles depending on their own learning, experience, character and wisdom. However, no matter what the elements in play are, truthfulness to self, to ones ideal grounded on enlightenment is of paramount importance for one to excel in their role. Knowledge, knowing and wisdom that teaches discipline; knowing when, how, what and why one needs to approach a situation in a defined way is the only known true armour of great engagement in ones roles with others.
Just to shade more light on roles individual play on a daily basis. The first one is self acclamation, how one perceives themselves and includes forgiving oneself for past mistakes. A person may play any one role as a member of a family. They may be a member of a group and in any circumstance they will be required to take up a role within that group stretching from passiveness to being more active participants. In a job, for more formalised organisation every role one needs to play is very much documented with boundaries communicated from the outset. In all no matter the role, one has to be on the side of truth to excel, it is in find that truth that most find challenging.
The quotes this week are a continuation extraction from a book that advocates that human effort alone cannot lead to meaningful development but it is in practicing true love that people have changed positively themselves and the world around them. I am sure the selected few quotes from this book listed below will enlighten you to one or two life lessons. Read and enjoy:
LOVE ADVERSITY & BLISS by Dr Noel Maturlu
“Psychological fulfilment is at the heart of any thriving individual, family, or community. It is not merely an emotion but a vital ingredient for mental health and overall well-being. It’s a common misconception that material prosperity – material wealth, health, money, sex, fame, etc – is key in giving them a head start in life. However, this myth neglects a crucial truth: love and emotional security are far more vital to a child’s development than any material provision.”
“Aristotle also suggests that the life of contemplation (theoria), which is the highest form of rational activity, is the closest humans can come to the divine. In this contemplative life, one exercises the intellect in a way that resembles the activity of the unmoved mover. Thus, eudaimonia can be seen as a way of participating in the divine or aligning oneself with the highest principles of reality (Aristotle, 1926).”
“Maslow introduced the concept of peak experiences – intense, transcendental moments of joy, creativity, and deep connection. He viewed these experiences as manifestation of flourishing, where individuals feel most alive and in tune with their highest potential. Regular peak experiences are a sign that an individual is flourishing and moving towards self-actualisation (Maslow, 1964). —– Maslow’s ideas laid the groundwork for the later development of positive psychology, which also emphasises flourishing but broadens the concept to include a wider range of positive emotions, strengths, and virtues. Positive psychology builds on Maslow’s ideas by exploring how individuals can achieve well-being through relationships, engagement, and meaning, in addition to self-actualisation (seligman & Csikszentmihalyl, 2000).”
“Bliss, as conceptualised ….., transcends superficial happiness and fleeting pleasure. It embodies enduring well-being that integrates physical, economic, social, mental, and spiritual dimensions. This balance enables individuals to live a life deeply connected with God’s purpose, promoting not just survival but true flourishing.”
