Let’s Become What We Need To Be
We can’t be afraid to reinvent ourselves.
The Secondhand Inspiration Project begins with a motivational quote and ventures wherever the creative path meanders.
“In the end, it is important to remember that we cannot become what we need to be, by remaining what we are.” — Max De Pree
This quote highlights a simple yet life-altering truth — we cannot become what we need to be by remaining what we are.
When confronted with a significant change in our personal and professional lives — whether it’s a new role, responsibility, competitor, routine, technology, etc. — most people initially resist it. Even those who say they’re open-minded and growth-oriented cannot quell that first tendency to oppose the need to pivot.
That early reaction is undoubtedly human. It’s understandable and acceptable. But it’s what we do next that matters.
Change is challenging. And as a professional and a leader, I notice when people claim they are cool with change, they usually only like it if they are the ones leading the charge.
When someone or society suggests or imposes change, that instinctive inclination to resist takes over and often hijacks our common sense. Our actions become less rational, increasingly emotional, and sometimes we rebel just for the sake of…