Striving towards Excellence

-Karthik Gurumurthy

I recognize the fundamental unfairness of expecting others to take on responsibilities I myself am unwilling to accept.

I've come to understand that equality stems from an internal mindset. When I genuinely value my own worth, I can comfortably acknowledge the accomplishments and well-being of those around me. My tendency to criticize others or make demands I wouldn't fulfill myself reveals insecurities in my self-perception.

Like most people, I experience fluctuations in my self-confidence. These doubts may emerge when facing significant challenges or appear unexpectedly during seemingly ordinary moments. I accept that occasional lack of self-assurance is simply part of being human. During these times, I remind myself that life unfolds purposefully and that my experiences are meaningful by design.

Almost every day, I encounter situations that initially seem beyond my capabilities, and I'm tempted to delegate these responsibilities to someone else. I try to remember that I'm never presented with challenges I'm unprepared to handle. Similarly, I shouldn't transfer to others the experiences necessary for my personal development and growth.

Today, I commit to doing my own growing. If I ask others to fulfill my responsibilities, I fail to honor my part in life's agreement.