How To Position Yourself In Becoming An Admirable Person

July 15, 2013

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Admirable PersonBeing admired is something that most if not all people desire at some point in their lives. I do know that some no longer have such a desire because of an unfortunate occurrence in their lives. As a matter of fact some go to great length to avoid drawing attention to themselves.

Admiration does not always mean something physical even though many focus primarily on such. As a matter of fact I admire people not so much for their looks even though I give credit where credit is due, but more so for qualities such as:

  • stick-to-it-iveness (made that word up)
  • getting up and keep moving forward
  • courage
  • risk taking abilities
  • wisdom
  • mental toughness
  • and focus

These qualities are just a few that get huge admiration from me.

Another quality that I purposely left out is taking responsibility. We are living in a time when many people lack this so important quality. What we see most time is the blaming others attitude. It’s someone else’s fault. Granted someone else may have had something to do with that person’s current situation, but what I do now is my responsibility. 

I find that people are able to garner support from others when they step up to the plate and admit when they are wrong – when they mess up and ask for forgiveness. Someone coined this phrase: “‘fess up when you mess up.” I would give credit if I knew whose line it was. When we practice taking responsibility for our actions we are more apt to receive grace and mercy. This is what David did.

And David said to God, “I am the one who called for the census! I am the one who has sinned and done wrong! But these people are as innocent as sheep—what have they done? O Lord my God, let your anger fall against me and my family, but do not destroy your people.” (1 Chronicles 21:17 NLT)

Isn’t it any wonder David was called a man after God’s heart?

Here are four action steps that will make you more admirable:

  1. Take responsibility 
  2. Admit when you are wrong
  3. Confess and ask for forgiveness
  4. Live in that forgiveness

What’s your thoughts on these steps? Do you agree that they will enhance one’s admirability? Leave a comment below.

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About Kingsley Grant

I am a published author, motivational speaker, father of two, husband of one, licensed psychotherapist, certified midlife transitional coach, follower of Christ and President of Helping Families Improve, Inc.

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