The word true is interesting as a carpentry term. It can mean level or that it will meet another board squarely.  It means the board is straight: without warps or curves.  So, most boards aren’t; it has to be worked some to be true.

I just recently watched the PBS show American Historia by John Leguizamo.  It’s a three-part documentary that covers the overlooked part of Latinos in American history. Very interesting and worth watching.  But it made me think about learning and teaching history. What is true? If you leave out parts because it doesn’t fit your thesis, is it true?  Does it square up? Or is it warped? 

What does this have to do with your story and you Hero’s Journey? A few things:

1. Being true to yourself can be difficult, especially if for years and years it’s been drummed into you to serve others first. Keeping on the Journey to your goal requires work and dedication to listening to your self (whose opinion you may have ignored for a long time).
2. Open your eyes to allies and mentors you may not initially be drawn to.  Move beyond your closest circle for wisdom and assistance. Look to the edges for viewpoints you’ve never seen before.
3. Know that you might have to do and re-do work as you go on your Journey. Build in time for mistakes and the unforeseen.

 

 

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