Cynicism vs joy
In Richard Templar's book 'The Rules of Work', he shares the value statement of Walt Disney. The first value statement mentioned is "no cynicism." It got me thinking. I had to admit to myself in a moment of self-reflection that I have become cynical. I have let my cynicism get so out of hand that I even laugh after a cynical comment I make and almost with pride I say out loud, "Sorry, I'm cynical," as though this cynicism was a reflection not of my personal perception of life but a wise realization of the harsh realities of life. Having read Disney's value statement, I decided to repent. I must never lose my sense of wonder, no matter my physical age and no matter the many experiences I have had that have led me to conclusions that, had I analyzed them in a positive light, would probably have made a different point. Positive thinking has been a challenge to me. My mind leans towards the left, to the minus sign, to the problems. I can foresee pr...