We wait patiently for scientists to find a vaccine for COVID and the pharmaceutical organisations to produce it. During this time, I have come to notice a lesser known quality developing within the general population. There is a growing acceptance for the predicament we find ourselves in, along with a quiet resolve – to keep moving on. This resolve is a key feature of a trait we call resilience. I believe acceptance and resilience are the hallmarks of patience. Patience is a virtue to develop within the self during times of crisis. For many, 2020 is a time of crisis unlike non other experienced in the modern world. There are 5 authentic reasons for patience as we head into 2021.
5 Authentic Reasons for Patience: The Gift of Time
Patience
Patience is the ability to wait, to continue on doing something under duress. It can mean to suffer and endure without complaint. “Remain calm” is a term used to incite patience. As a teacher, I will strive to be patience when a student struggles with a concept or a piece of knowledge. Less so as the daughter of a mother who is getting younger as she grows older.
It was Picasso who said, “It takes a long time to grow young again.”
In case you are wondering, my mother is 96 years of age going on 4 years of age.
And, to a lesser extent, I will try to be patient with myself.
Patience is a virtue
Many see patience as a virtue and an admirable quality to possess. But what does this mean? What does “Patience is a virtue” mean?
I believe it is the ability to wait without complaint or disquiet. Patience is an admirable quality to gain and nurture. It allows you to share a very special commodity – time.
“The gift of your time is a most precious gift. So give it in silence and listen with your soul.”
Vicky Mcgahey, 2020
There are 5 authentic reasons why it is important to develop the virtue of patience within yourself. Being patient:
- Allows you the gift of time to step back, observe and reflect
- Allows you to take the emotion out of the situation
- Encourages others to speak openly with you
- People will respect you for your ability to be patient – a super skill in communication
- Patience is a way to bring kindness and peace
As my grandmother would say to my mother as a child…
“Patience is a virtue, a virtue is a grace, and those who have it will have a pretty face.”
My mother would take it one step further with me as a child… “and that is why you do not have a pretty face.”
Questions?
- Do you agree with my reasons? Are there any other reasons you could add to the list?
- Reflect on a past situation(s) were you practiced or witnessed patience in action?
- What ‘potential’ difficult situation/argument/space can you see on the horizon?
Please send me your comments.
Bye for now
Regards and Blessings,
Vicky (vickymcgahey.com)
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