FIFTEEN

謙

HUMILITY

CONCERNS: Having talents, capacities or possessions and not being dependent upon them for our identity.

1. The constant cultivation of humility prepares us to undertake difficult tasks without internal or external conflict.
2. The constant cultivation of humility prepares us to express ourselves to others without internal or external conflict.
3. The constant cultivation of humility permits us to see that our growth and development are supported by uncomplaining hard work and a tolerance for frustration.
4. The constant cultivation of humility prepares us to extend modest behavior to everyone and in all situations, without exception.
5. The constant cultivation of humility prepares us to exercise authority cooperatively and without abuse.
6. The constant cultivation of humility prepares us to confront successfully our own areas of undevelopment and desist from blaming others.

COMMENT: The aberrations of the personality are rectified by the persevering practice of humility in everyday life and during difficult times.