The need for validation can be a ridiculous cycle of selfish pursuits. It potentially becomes a trap that ensnares its victims because of its insatiable characteristic. In our flesh, we all want to be indispensable. We want to be wanted to the point of being irreplaceable. What happens to us when a better idea is offered or a fresh set of young eyes walks in the room...? We can easily think that our idea is faulty or that our eyes aren't good enough. Sounds totally unhealthy, huh? And, yet, all who have been a part of leadership circles have had to proverbially cross this bridge. John Maxwell said it best: "The goal of your life shouldn't be to have a moment, but to have a legacy." So, we can either create a moment or allow for a bigger impact. What are we willing to let go of in order that a greater influence can take course. To have a legacy is all about replacing yourself by releasing the gifts of the next generation into this generation. Andy Stanley talks about "emptying your cup" into others so that those very ones beside and behind you can benefit and go higher. What/who do you need to listen to, let go of, lean on...?
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