The Origin of Greatness

| The Tao Chapter 61 – My Fifth Interpretation|

The way you choose to be is emphasized when others bestow you with external power.

If you are compassionate, the world sees it more. Humble? Your humility is magnified. Centered? Others feel harmonious in your presence. But if you are vain, proud, conceited or egotistical, you inflict harm on those you are supposed to serve.

Greatness is not born from a title. Greatness originates from your inner being and who you choose to be.

A great leader can admit her mistakes. A great leader is a model of kindness. A great leader views an enemy as one that exist to teach her about herself.

Being rooted in the foundation of the truth of who you are and your true power within allows you to be a great leader, and your greatness becomes a model for the world.

LIVING THE TAO: Today’s Tao inspiration is timely in that it aligns with the day our nation celebrates a great leader—Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (though his actual birthday was a few days ago.) Reflect on your own leadership. Are you admired or abhorred? If others are not inspired by your presence, then consider evaluating how you lead.

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In 2018 my focus was to intentionally live the Tao Te Ching. Now I continue into 2019 with my fifth reading. I share my daily interpretations hoping to inspire you to do the same.

Embrace your journey. Experience bliss. Live the Tao.

Original image by Bruce Ememerling.