When I was a young grad student at a reputable university in the big city, I was feeling pretty darn good about myself… until I found myself alone in a foreign country at midnight. I didn’t know where I was or who I was supposed to meet. My stomach twisted with uncertainty. Did I make the wrong decision?
Deep down, we all crave certainty. Our brains are designed to predict, preserve, and protect. But this survival-oriented mindset shrinks our world and neglects to consider what happens when we’re thrust outside our comfort zone.
The antidote is humility. Being humble does not mean being submissive, docile, or soft. The great paradox is that unlike hubris or arrogance, humility arises from true inner security and an authentic self-confidence. It invites us to broaden our perspective, to have the courage to fail, to embrace a sense of humor and levity, and to accept we don’t know everything and won’t always be right. It’s also the capacity to tolerate the unknown without being paralyzed by the fear of what we can’t control.
Discover how to find strength in humility…
