The power of humility

It would be curious to start this article by delving a little into the meaning of the word “humility.” Etymology tells us that humility comes from “humus”, that is, that which comes from nature and that in turn fertilizes it and makes it grow. Humility would, therefore, be “the essential thing.”

What is essential in your life for you? Your family, your work, your hobbies? We all have that something that is truly important to us, our true essence. The rest is just superficial. But you have to know how to recognize it.

Sometimes, people surround themselves with artificial things, and not only that, but it is possible that even we ourselves have become, unfortunately, “artificial beings.” How to avoid it then? How to return to our essence?

Practice humility

There are those who say that humility consists of keeping silent about our virtues and allowing others to discover them for themselves. It is true, but the dimension of humility goes much further. Practice humility and, therefore, be humble, First of all, it would be a simple invitation to see our limitations and know how to recognize them. with the aim of learning.

For example, first we must assume our ignorance through which to establish these new learnings, these new experiences. If we accept our limits we will become aware of everything we have left to do or learn. He who thinks he already knows everything will not go furtherbecause pride engulfs humility and creates conceited and resentful people.

Good It is true that sometimes it can be difficult to see what the true essence is., the true “humus” of our lives. We are full of obligations, work pressures, projects to complete, people to respond to and not disappoint…

Sometimes we immerse ourselves in a small maelstrom of dimensions where it is difficult to see what really brings us happiness. But this is where humility begins: understanding what is important above the rest of the artifices.

Your well-being, your family and you will always be the most important thing. Humility must be practiced every day, and the best way to do this is through a few simple questions: what makes me truly happy? What would you not want to lose? What could I do to get or keep what I want?

Humility is also power

Although power is usually always associated with manipulation and oppression, the truth is that humility also leads to this podium, but through a more benevolent path. This counterpart of pride can also be used to bring out the best in one’s own life and in others.

Since the observer role that humility provides is useful in better characterizing others, a person in a position of power or leadership will be able to help them reach their full potential. Humility grants lucidity, courage and strength.

Furthermore, by freeing yourself from the need for evaluation to inflate your ego, it will be taken out of the equation. This is the only way to establish leadership bonds through respect and guidance and not through fear.

Humility in the little things

Humble people do not boast about their successes. Practicing humility is a daily exercise that moves with the responsibility of doing things well, to commit, to do what is necessary and what is necessary, with authenticity.

The small things are what weave truly important actions., those simple codes that give us so much: a smile, a word, a gesture of empathy… codes that cannot be bought, but come from the depths of our being; aspects that settle in our memory and that bring us true happiness.

Know how to listen, know how to understand silences, Being receptive, close, complicit and sincere are characteristics that define humble people. Those that give us so much confidence and where we must look for true friends.

The value of humility does not require material objects, the “intangible” dimensions are almost always those that bring us true well-being, true happiness. And this is where the true quality of life lies, in the simple things. In the “humus” of our essence, where we manage to get rid of everything that is superficial. How about we put it into practice?

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