Humility: is the quality of being modest, and respectful. Humility can be such a complex subject but if you look at the definition it really is quite simple. There are many people in this world that could use a slice of humble pie.
I'm sure there have been times in my life where I could have used a slice, but in the long run I try and stay grounded, and realize we are all humans, and are here because God created us, and in the end we all have the same destination.
No one person is perfect. I find that the most successful people, are those that are continually looking for personal growth and looking to others, for guidance and inspiration.
In the past eight years of coaching, I have come across many young women that could use a slice of this pie as well. In dance, there are often many critiques that are thrown at the dancers....those who always accept these critiques with grace and humility are the ones that turn out to be the best dancers and performers in the end. Those who get defensive and don't think they need to improve, are often the ones that make the biggest mistakes in a performance setting, and are the least respected by their peers and mentors. This situation is one that crosses over in "real life" as well. The people in life that are self centered, and narrow minded are those that will miss out on many learning opportunities from others around them.
There is a strong difference between egotistical and confident. I always want you, Ellie, to be confident in who you are, and what your beliefs are, but always remain humble about your place in this world, how you view others, and how you treat them.
Remember to take time and see if you need an extra slice of the pie once and awhile.
"To be truly great, one has to stand with people, not above them." -Unknown
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