_Create structures that support listening to others first, and recognizing your impermanence._ - humility - empathy - connection to a higher purpose. ![[IMG_0119.jpg]] This reminds me of [[To build better habits, change your identity]], if your identity is about empowering others, you need to have the antidotes to the corrupting forces of power. It's also like [[Power Leaks]] - self focus, hubris -> blaming when things don't go well. [[powerful people are the ones least distracted by small disturbances]], [[I haven't failed until I've blamed]] It's kind of like [[influence is making change without authority]], so if you want to have a good life, influence others, you must use systems to develop your power in a positive way. ### What would the opposite argument be? When you have been given power, it's because you have deserved it in some fashion. Those that don't have it, haven't deserved it. Their problem, their fault. ## Sources: