The Co-existence of the Opposites

Deepak Chopra often says that we are an amazing array of co-existing elements of sacredness and profanity. We have within us both the pure and impure; wisdom and ignorance. This simultaneous co-existence is like a diamond that shines differently as light falls on different facets of the diamond.

In my daily being as a corporate citizen, I am often at war between this duality in my own existence. I know I have the sacred within me and yet I also know that there are times when I give more room for the animal in me to surface. I know I have the knowledge to do what is right but often end up merely doing things right. I have both the far-sightedness of a leader and the short-sightedness of a manager. And, constantly...constantly...I am at war with my self on which I should give my attention too.

And, I am enjoying it!

Surprised? Read on....

There was a time in my evolution when I used to be torn within; a time when I would berate my self for failing to do things right, be in control of my composure,be nice to others and say all the right things ALL THE TIME! Not anymore.

My evolution has taken me where I am today and I know I am evolving still...and I know I am on a constant correction to become better at what I do. I know that because I no longer feel bad about doing what is right even when it doesn't make me feel good. I am no longer a mindless slave doing things right just to satiate my hunger to be liked and feel good. There are times when I could have chosen a less stressful path and feel good about it and I know that would be good for my ego but not for those who may depend on me to be honest. It may be painful now but it will surely be appreciated when they themselves have evolved to appreciate it much like how we appreciate the various seemingly not so nice things our parents have said or done to us. We know better than that now. We have evolved.

So, I invite you to allow this duality to play in you freely. As long as this play is directed by truth, honesty, sincerity and good faith - you should feel no less of your self to lead others or guide others.

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People speaks of Private Victory and Public Victory. For me, your private victory begins when doing what is right still pains you but you can live with it.