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By Kwon Bong-woon
A few days ago, I felt refreshed to see a learned and prominent figure conducting modest acts in public.
His gentle, touching humility pleased my heart. The humility displayed by the figure was far different from the way he groveled in public to win the votes of any candidate running for public office. Humble can be used to describe what is ranked low by others, as in "persons of humble origins." Humility is an admirable and honorable trait, and I respect people who are able to keep their egos in check, recognize they are not smarter than others and give space for others to share and unleash their own brilliance.
Humility can produce more happiness, positive emotions and well-being because a person has a clear understanding of the self. I think gentle, humble behavior, an attitude of respecting others and, furthermore, not putting oneself first are the paragon of humility. Humility allows us to appreciate who we are, while intentionally looking for ways to lift others to higher levels of confidence and experience. Rather than seek the approval of others, humble persons place a high value on recognizing the contributions of others.
Humble people brighten society and are well-liked by the general public. Humility is a core value in many ancient ethical and theological frameworks. In its Confucian form, according to Mencius (371-289 B.C.), "Humility should be placed at the center of character, and value social good over the satisfaction of individual aspiration." Humble people know how to give up what they have in order to serve those who have less. Being humble has nothing to do with meekness and weakness, and neither does it mean being self-praising or submissive.
Being humble can significantly enhance social solidarity and a sense of belonging. Humility, the art of embracing life's gift with a thankful heart, is an attitude of spiritual modesty that comes from understanding our place in the larger scale of things. It allows lightness in the face of challenges. It, as a virtue at its highest, allows selflessness and dignity for a better world. Humble people also are aware of their mistakes, gaps in their knowledge and imperfections.
People often forget the power of humility to make life worthwhile, as they give up humility's vitality. Humility is the embodiment of respectfulness and honor. It is the opposite of pride and arrogance. Even though many people may think of humility as a sign of being weak, unworthy and valueless, real humility is a powerful soul force and it brings people into a place of purpose, vision, power and wealth. Humble people see value in a person's character over their achievements or wealth. Being humble also allows us to socialize and build relationships that can be valuable in the future.
The writer worked at a bank in Seoul. His email address is kbw8234664@naver.com
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