Having an attitude of not knowing the answer to every question or conflict we encounter gives us the chance to let go of always needing to come up with an answer or even be right, which may block our ability to experience inner peace and serenity. If you wish to see the truth, then hold no opinions for or against anything. Make the smallest distinction, however, and heaven and earth are set infinitely apart. When love and hate are both absent, everything becomes clear and undisguised. The Great Way is not difficult for those who have no preferences. The Third Chinese Patriarch of Zen, Seng Ts’an, wrote: Each act or experience has something to teach us, even if it doesn’t turn out the way we planned. When we have humility, there is no such thing as failure. Without being open to what is ─ we may miss countless chances to learn, experience and grow. This openness is perhaps its most basic and key characteristic. We begin to define humility as being open to learning more about ourselves, others and God. Each of the following characteristics and traits is an important part of the power of humility. Understanding and practicing all of these lead to inner peace. We believe there are at least twelve key characteristics or traits of humility. Humility is the energy that moves us up the above map. Humility is the key energy to help us achieve this flow. When we finally become tired of living in conflict, here is one path to live ─ co-committed with ourselves, others and God to reach Unity. It is in part on this first definition that we have focused and expanded. Taken from its origin humus, meaning earthly, the general dictionary definition of humble is twofold: (1) not proud or arrogant modest and (2) meek submissive low in rank or conditions. Related Spiritual Psychology: Why Meditation Isn’t Enoughīy Barbara H Whitfield RT and Charles L Whitfield MD, December 11th, 2020 Traits of Humility ( Barbara H Whitfield RT and Charles L Whitfield MD) Choosing Peace over Conflict
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