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All right. So, we’re diving deep today into this uh fascinating concept, comprehensive strength.
And this all came from you, our listener, you know, thinking about growing in all these different areas of life.
Yeah.
Especially when thinking about permanent residency visas and the work experience and the language skills.
Right. Right.
And the advice the initial advice that um you shared with us is uh is kind of surprising.
It really is. It’s not what you’d expect at first.
No, no, not at all. So, what is it? What’s the gist of this? unexpected advice.
Well, you know, when we think about strength, we often focus on our own skills, our efforts,
building ourselves up from the inside out.
Exactly. But this source material, it takes us in a different direction immediately.
Okay. It
It’s all about how we interact with others and where we focus our attention.
Okay. Yeah, I see that. It says instead of dwelling on negativity like uh I think it even used the word stench, rotteness, disgustingness,
right? Strong words.
Pretty strong. Yeah. The key is to appreciate, praise, and aspire to possess That’s the advantages of others.
Yes. Focus on the good.
It definitely makes you stop and think.
It does.
Especially when you’re so laser focused on your own goals.
Oh, absolutely.
Yeah.
But there’s some solid reasoning behind this seemingly unconventional approach.
Okay. So, break it down for us.
Basically, the idea is that when we get caught up in negativity, we’re kind of feeding into it,
creating bad karma almost.
Yeah, you could say that. On the other hand, if we make a conscious effort to appreciate the good things we see in others. We start to absorb those qualities ourselves.
So, it’s less about ignoring the bad and more about actively cultivating the good.
Exactly. It’s a subtle but really powerful shift.
I bet our listeners thinking, “Okay, but what about my own effort?” You know, doesn’t my strength come from hard work? What if I don’t measure up?
And the source material actually addresses those concerns headon.
Oh, does it?
It acknowledges that trying to do everything alone can be incredibly challenging.
Right. It’s a tough road
it is and that’s where this concept of conditions comes in.
Conditions.
Yeah. It mentions something called the five roots and five powers which basically suggest that growth isn’t just about individual effort.
Okay, I’m listening.
Think of it like a plant. Yeah.
Right. A plant needs sunlight, water, nutrients, all these different things to thrive.
It’s a whole ecosystem.
Exactly. And it’s the same for us. Our development depends on multiple contributing factors.
So even just focusing on one line of English or one small step in the right direction can make a difference.
Absolutely. With the right conditions, it can blossom into something much bigger.
That’s encouraging. So, it’s not enough to just admire good qualities in others. No
we got to actually express that appreciation out loud.
It’s crucial. And there’s a couple of reasons for that.
Okay. Lame on me.
First, when you say something positives out loud, it reinforces that thought in your own mind.
Okay. So, it helps you internalize it.
Exactly. Yeah.
And secondly, it impacts the person you’re praising. It creates a ripple effect.
Exactly. Genuine praise creates positive interactions, good karma, you could say.
So, it’s not just about self-improvement in a vacuum, right?
It’s about improving ourselves and impacting the world around us in a positive way.
Exactly. And the source puts it beautifully. This practice not only replicates all the wonderful qualities of others, thus perfecting oneself.
Wow.
But also subdues one’s afflictions, bringing joy to others with compassion and joy. At this moment, Powerful stuff.
Yeah.
So, to wrap up this deep dive,
Mhm.
when we’re focused on a goal like getting a visa with all its specific requirements,
yes,
we need to consciously shift our focus away from negativity and toward those positive qualities and others. Yes. Appreciate them, praise them, even say it out loud.
That makes a world of difference.
It helps us grow personally, but it also builds stronger, more positive connections with the people around us.
It’s a win-win.
Absolutely. So, a final thought for you, our listener.
Yes.
This week, Pay attention to the strengths you see in others.
Mhm.
And maybe even tell them what you admire.
I love that challenge.
See how it impacts your own perspective and your own journey of growth.
It’s a whole new lens to look through. It really is. And that brings our deep dive to a close.
Thanks for joining us.
Until next time.
See you then.
