Thursday, November 3, 2011

Words of Wisdom from my Teenage Self

Awhile back my parents drove across the country bringing me everything I own that had been stored at their house. Inside my hope chest I uncovered my old journals and decided to re-read them. A few nights ago I came across a great entry I just want to share:

       March 11th, 2004

My band teacher said something very profound today. He's said this before. But this was the first time I really thought about it. He said "It's not about the individual, it's about the ensemble." Now, in order for the ensemble to do well every individual has to prepare and do their part, but then they have to look out for the group and not just themselves. I think this world would not be so hard to live in if people would do this. I hope that I'm willing to give my best and be happy when the group does well, even if I don't get any credit or recognition. I think almost every aspect of my life would improve if I implemented this theory - because I would constantly be improving myself and overcoming pride, jealousy and selfishness at the same time.


Truth. I'm impressed with my high school self. I still think the world would be a better place if more people thought less about themselves and more about creating beautiful dynamics with those around them. Looks like I have a renewed to be goal :)