Vickie's Viewpoint

For a good portion of my life, I have put a lot of effort into my inner work. And still at times I want to “be right” far more than I want to “be happy.” I notice this, anytime I take a side, become insistent, or find myself complaining.

Here are some of the Advantages of “Being Right”…

• It keeps us striving to be perfect and building our reputation.
• We are admired by others who also want to “be right” — until we make a mistake.
• We need not waste our time trying to understand others’ opinions.
• “Being right” bonds us with others that think as we do.
• “Being right” keeps away those that disagree with us.
• We have something that makes us unique and exceptional.
• We can pat ourselves on the back for our achievements.
• “Being right” makes us feel we are contributing to society. If we take a stand and fight for what we believe is right, the world is a better place.
• We get our self-esteem from feeling superior to others.

For more information on “Being Right” see Vickie Champion’s next blog on the Disadvantages of “Being Right.”