Responsibility.

Responsibility.

Life on this magnificent planet is an encounter that can be both enchanting and disconcerting. While I harbour a sense of privilege to tread upon the Earth and partake in its wonders, there exists within me an undeniable feeling of not truly belonging to this realm. Nevertheless, the beauty and responsibility intertwined with life on this extraordinary planet cannot be dismissed.

Life, with its myriad experiences, necessitates a recognition of responsibility. Embracing a life laden with responsibilities proves to be a formidable challenge for some. I, too, have traversed moments of recklessness, making decisions and engaging in actions that reflect a lack of responsibility. Acknowledging where I faltered, I now assume ownership of those regrettable decisions and actions.

Every facet of one's existence, even the seemingly inconsequential, demands an acknowledgment that the responsibility lies within oneself. Regardless of external influences or the attempts of others to sway one's choices, the ultimate verdict emanates from the individual alone. Each person stands as the master of their actions. It becomes imperative to recognise that responsibility for every decision rests squarely upon the shoulders of the individual.

The lamentable tendency of many is to evade responsibility for their actions. Rather than accepting accountability, individuals often resort to scrutinising external factors—people, events, or circumstances—as scapegoats for their missteps. This approach is fundamentally flawed. The question that arises is whether one possesses the strength to shoulder the responsibility, admitting, "I erred in this decision, and the blame is mine and mine alone."

In the majority, the inclination is to deflect blame when faced with adversity. During certain phases of my life, I succumbed to this inclination, avoiding responsibility as challenges mounted. I sought convenient exits or attributed failures to external factors, absolving myself of accountability. Reflecting on these experiences, it is evident that the tendency to shift blame was a manifestation of my refusal to confront the reality that these were my decisions, my choices, and my responsibilities.

Consider a scenario where an individual decides to invest in a business, witnessing initial success before encountering a sudden downfall. Regardless of the circumstances leading to this decline, the onus is on the individual to assess, rectify, and comprehend the reasons for arriving at this juncture in life. The reflex should be an introspective examination rather than an attempt to assign blame to external elements. The crux lies in acknowledging one's decisions and the ensuing responsibility.

In my personal journey, especially during periods of indulgence, I grappled with the instinct to externalise blame when confronted with the repercussions of ill-fated decisions. The process of personal growth has entailed severing cords and liberating myself from this tendency. Today, every decision is approached with a firm commitment to self-accountability. One is responsible for every seemingly inconsequential decision made in the course of life.

Mistakes, an inevitable aspect of the human experience, serve as stepping stones for personal development. Embracing the notion that each decision and action is one's responsibility fosters a sense of self-reliance and transparency. It is a realisation that allows one to stand with unwavering strength, cognizant of their identity and unburdened by hidden truths.

While navigating life's complexities, the thread that binds us to everything is LOVE. As the foundational element in any endeavour, LOVE ensures that our paths are guided by sincerity and authenticity. In the realm of responsibility, LOVE serves as a compass, directing us toward the righteous course of action 

 

In Love, Light and Blessings.

 

Back to blog

Leave a comment

Please note, comments need to be approved before they are published.