1: Introduction Can you think of an instance when someone deeply harmed you? This can be a friend who broke your trust, a loved one who disappointed you, or a co-worker who undercut your efforts. In these situations, forgiveness may appear to be an impossible task. Have you ever thought about the transformational power of forgiveness? In this blog post, you will learn about the powerful impact forgiveness can have on your live, as well as the great freedom and inner peace it provides. 2: What is Forgiveness Forgiveness is often seen as an act of weakness. However, this is a skill that only the strongest and most mature people possess. Forgiveness can liberate you from a constant anger towards a person and can cure relationships. As Buddha once said: “ Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned .”. You can better understand this quote with an example: Imagine your best friend broke your trust by t...
1: Introduction
2: Never Outshine the Master
If you want to have more power, it is important to never
outshine your master. This may seem contradictory as you may think you have
to show your master that you are worthy of climbing up but it will often result
in the opposite.
For example, the financial minister of Louis XIV, was
ordered to organise a party and did his very best. He had shown the power of
his connections and his organisation skills. He was the talk of the evening but
had no idea what was in store for him. At the end of the evening, Louis XIV has
had him executed because he was afraid of how much power he had.
On the other hand, Galilleo knew how to use this law in his
advantage. He discovered 3 new moons around Jupiter and told it to the Emperor.
He told him that the 3 moons represent the royal family and instantly was
promoted to filosifical adviser of the emperor. Do be aware that the flattering
must not be too obvious.
3: So Much Depends on Reputation – Guard it with Your Life
By establishing a reputation on 1 outstanding quality, it
will make you much more powerfull. For example, during China’s War of the
Three Kingdoms, the general Chuko Liang was know for its sneaky combat tactics.
Suddenly, sentinels hurried in with the alarming news that an enemy force of
over 150 000 troops were coming there way. Chuko Liang’s forces in the thown
were only with 100 and there was no chance for them. Or is there? Chuko Liang
ordered all the citizens and soldiers to go inside. While the citizens and
soldiers were inside, he sat on the city wall singing songs. When the enemy
approached, they waited a few 100 meters before the city wall. Their leader was
hesitating for a moment and ordered all the troops to retreat because he was
afraid of Chuko Liang’s combat tactics.
Having a reputation that is based on 1 outstanding quality,
will also make you more wanted by others than if you were avarage on most
domains.
4: Infection: Avoid the Unhappy and Unlucky
You all may have heard that you have to surround yourself
with succesful people. It is a crucial component of becoming more powerful as
it leads to a stronger network but will also make yourself more succesful
because you learn from them. Jim Rohn’s quote best describes this: “You are
the average of the five people spend the most with”.
On the other side, some people may want to help the
unfortunate. However, as said, unhappy people can infect you with their
negative worldview. It is crucial to realize that some people can’t be
helped because their problems are too deep. There are many stories of
people who go from 1 lover to another and break them completely. With breaking
them, I am not talking about a hearthbreak, I am talking in many cases of
suicide.
5: Learn to Keep People Dependent on You
Last but certainly not last, it is important to learn how to
keep people dependent on you. There is a story about a soldier in the Middle
Ages, whose name has not been recorded, who saved the city of Siena from a
foreign agressor. The city’s counsel was thinking about how to reward them
because no reward was big enough to recompensate him. One of the people in the
counsel stood up and said: “Let us kill him and then worship him as our patron
saint.”. And so they did.
Altough the soldier was the saver of the city, the city was
not dependent on him. He had no more value than any other soldier.
On the other hand, Otto von Bismarck became a deputy in the
Prussian parliament. He came friends with the king of Germany at the time
Frederick WIllian IV. He was a very weak and indecisive man. Otto managed to
get in many aspects of the parliament involved. After Frederick died, his som
William became king. He disliked Otto enourmosly but couldn’t get rid off him
because he was too much involved in the parliament that it would damage it too
much.
Otto understood that it was vital to make friends with
people who are weaker than him to create a relationship of dependency.
6: Conclusion
The most important thing I want you to remember is that
applying these laws of power is not about manipulating or exploiting others.
Instead, it is about recognizing the dynamics at play and navigating them with
finesse, integrity, and a good understanding of human nature. For example by
surrounding yourself with succesful people and keeping people dependent on you,
you do nothing wrong. Besides from that, you can recognize faster when someone
else is trying to manipulate or exploit you. It is about harnessing these
principles to enhance your own growth, influence and ability to positively
impact those around you.
7: Your Next Steps
1. Embrace Humility: Take a moment to reflect on your
interactions with authority figures in your life. Consider how you can balance
showcasing your abilities while maintaining humility and respect for those
in positions of power. Remember, it is through a delicate balance of showcasing
your potential and demonstrating deference that you can build strong relationships
and advance in your endeavors. (60 seconds)
2. Leverage Your Unique Strength: Identify one
outstanding quality or skill that sets you apart from others. Focus on
cultivating and showcasing this strength to establish a formidable reputation
in your field or industry. By becoming known for your excellence in a
particular area, you will attract opportunities, gain influence, and create a
lasting impact. (60 seconds)
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