CHANGING  OTHERS

Quote for Today - August 29, 2012

"Change the environment; do not try to change man."

Richard Buckminster Fuller [1895-1983], Design Science [1969]



Comments:

This quote addresses a central question in life: wanting another to be different than they are.  Can someone change? Is conversion possible?  How do those who interact with me - want me to change? Jesus said to change one's heart - not one's garments. Does Buckminster disagree with that challenge of  Jesus? I believe the place to address this question is with oneself. Be specific. Name a way I have changed? For example, "When I walk into a room of people I would say something - out loud - without being quiet. Sometimes this ended their conversation or whatever they were talking about. Now I walk in and try not to interrupt the current conversation."