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Daily Question, October 22

Who is an example of true humility?

  • reality

    Peace be upon you All. Not just ‘Who’, what where when, how, and sometimes why are examples of true humility too; but never Y2K- the purposeful non-prevention of stuff to steal astronomically more tax dollars and cafknching, like our being covided en masse, now. Have a blessed day 🙂 reality

  • Vincent-Edward Ciliberti

    Being oneself, irrespective of the character is in my belief a sign of humbleness.

  • Ed Schulte

    The question requires a bit more specifics

    If the person has to be in a specific physical body right now…then
    Pierre Pradervand, [email protected]

    If no specific body……then Mother Mary

  • Mica

    Brother David comes to mind. And no one else is coming to my mind to displace Br. David.

  • Ose

    The Dalai Lama was my first thought, too. When speaking and meeting people, perceived in the lectures available online, he truly lives it.

  • Present Moment

    Eckhart Tolle

  • Pollyanna Gladwell
    I came to recovery in a 12-step program from repeated humiliation and stayed out of humility. I was told that in this context, humility has the meaning of being teachable. Humility wasn’t a virtue I had ever experienced (or, truth be told, ever sought to experience!) but it was necessary to find it to do what I was asked to do – take the cotton wool out of my ears and put it in my mouth. Not forever, but for long enough to hear, to listen and to learn, and then be available to anyone who ask...

    I came to recovery in a 12-step program from repeated humiliation and stayed out of humility. I was told that in this context, humility has the meaning of being teachable. Humility wasn’t a virtue I had ever experienced (or, truth be told, ever sought to experience!) but it was necessary to find it to do what I was asked to do – take the cotton wool out of my ears and put it in my mouth. Not forever, but for long enough to hear, to listen and to learn, and then be available to anyone who asked for help.

    I believe all those who are in any type of recovery, whether structured or self-directed, are accepting the challenge of making profound psychic changes in themselves and are examples of true humility.

    I feel that same need for humility when I am participating in this forum. I read, I think and I marvel at all of the lessons I learn here.

    And how I appreciate the responses yesterday to my post about my dear little dog, Puccini. I had to let him go today – with copious tears, but knowing it was the right decision. I could describe that feeling as humility as I believe its meaning also encompasses selflessness. The responsibility was mine – to make the best decision for his wellbeing and to be with him right up to the end. R.I.P. Puccini

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    • Serafina

      Dear Polyanna, sending you our deeply heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your beloved friend and companion Puccini. May your memories offer you light and comfort. Rest in peace Puccini.

    • Michele

      My deepest sympathies to you on your loss of your beloved Puccini. I’m sure you’re familiar with the Rainbow Bridge poem – it is so comforting.

      • Pollyanna Gladwell

        Thank you, Michele, for your sympathy and, especially, for pointing me to the Rainbow Bridge poem. I had never heard of it. I have read it now and it’s a beautiful image. And, as you say, it is so comforting. Blessings.

    • Ose

      Dear Polyanna, your Puccini will be in your heart and with you. Your loving relation with your beloved dog and your so very kind accompanying him in his last days is so moving. I feel sad for you that you now had to let him go. Strength be with you these days and good friends alongside to soothe you.

      • Pollyanna Gladwell

        Thank you, Ose. Your heartfelt message is very comforting. And I had a wonderful outpouring of beautiful texts last night from friends who loved him too. He was a great character. Blessings.

  • Hot Sauce
    The Dalai Llama is a beautiful example of true humility. He is one of the greatest religious figures in the world and has brought a great deal of Tibetan Buddhist teachings to the West, yet he does not parade himself as special or seek the praise of people (even though it's inevitably what he receives anyway because he is so humble). He's not long some of the past popes, for example, who wear fancy outfits and wave at crowds for the purpose of accolades. He simply seeks to lead with compassion a...

    The Dalai Llama is a beautiful example of true humility. He is one of the greatest religious figures in the world and has brought a great deal of Tibetan Buddhist teachings to the West, yet he does not parade himself as special or seek the praise of people (even though it’s inevitably what he receives anyway because he is so humble). He’s not long some of the past popes, for example, who wear fancy outfits and wave at crowds for the purpose of accolades. He simply seeks to lead with compassion and love for all sentient beings.

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  • Don Jones

    I am drawn to the selflessness of those who serve others. The aged carers, educators, health care workers, first responders, farmers, spiritual teachers, cafe workers…. so many in so many fields.

  • Melissa

    My grandmothers who immigrated from Italy. They are gone now but they always were happy .Making all the family feel loved even when their own lives were so difficult as they arrived dirt poor and very young in the USA.

  • Linda

    President Barack Obama. He accomplished so much and yet never bragged about doing the people’s work. He is my role model for humility and bravery.

  • Zenith

    My elderly friend in Seattle. Humility is something that can come with age but not always. I don’t know very many humble people.

  • Monique Marie

    My mom. She can be tired from work, but she still manages to put a smile on everyone’s face. She always treats people kindly.

  • pkr

    Jimmy Carter, former US President.

  • Rosemary

    Jimmy, the porter who works in my building. He has a hard job, cleaning, lugging trash, etc. I know he has to take 3 trains on his daily commute. Yet, he always offers a smile and a friendly hello. Jimmy takes such pride in his work, and he shares his light with all those around him. Thank you Jimmy. You are an inspiration.

  • sunnypatti
    My long-time friend, Nancy. She has served our community for years. She guided me many years back on how to become a good servant of our community as we worked on a few different non-profit events together. She not only serves her community, but is loyal and giving and nonjudgmental to her loved ones. I have been on the receiving end of her generosity many times! She is so humble and wants no kudos or anything for what she does. It's just who she is, and I'm grateful to know this beautiful perso...

    My long-time friend, Nancy. She has served our community for years. She guided me many years back on how to become a good servant of our community as we worked on a few different non-profit events together. She not only serves her community, but is loyal and giving and nonjudgmental to her loved ones. I have been on the receiving end of her generosity many times! She is so humble and wants no kudos or anything for what she does. It’s just who she is, and I’m grateful to know this beautiful person!

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  • Patricia

    I see flashes of true humility in several acquaintances or people in my congregation. And I’m thinking of a couple of people who never feel they are “too good” to do the most humble jobs. They are always willing to do what is needed, rather than managing to take a lead job where they’re more likely to be widely recognized. Know what I mean?

  • devy

    Being a parent can be a very humble job, wiping noses, changing diapers, and meeting a child’s every need for years. As already mentioned people like the dalaï lama, mother Theresa, Jesus Christ and brother David exemplify thé concept of humility.

  • 333USA

    I agree with Antoinette. It’s the people whose lives and words show how much they care and live for other people. It’s all about ove.

  • Antoinette
    Jesus is an example of true humility. Thay is an example of true humility. Mother Teresa is also an example of true humility. What’s lovely about all three of them is that they are all human and they are/were living examples that we too can be of service to all. We have the seeds of kindness and humility in our consciousness. We just need to cultivate the seeds we want to see more of. I’m grateful for people like brother David who are real human beings, living examples of what we are capa...

    Jesus is an example of true humility. Thay is an example of true humility. Mother Teresa is also an example of true humility.
    What’s lovely about all three of them is that they are all human and they are/were living examples that we too can be of service to all. We have the seeds of kindness and humility in our consciousness. We just need to cultivate the seeds we want to see more of. I’m grateful for people like brother David who are real human beings, living examples of what we are capable of! Thank you for the inspiration.

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