Some times we have to be a hero, but the story is about another hero. One of the things I have learned in life is that there are no lone rangers. Every successful person, on top of just dumb luck, has had people help them.
In the movie and story “Lord of the Rings,” Samwise is a hero, but the story is not about him. The story is about Frodo’s quest to destroy the ring of power. The character of Samwise is great and heroic. He spends himself for Frodo’s success.
I wonder what that looks likes in our homes, with our families, at work. Are there things that call us to heroism even though we might not be the central part of the story.
Heor’s have integrity.
Heros stand up for themselves.
Heros are ok with not being in the limelight.
I interviewed a group of men and asked who has been an influencer in your life.
Each shared with me about someone or a group of someones, that showed them a new way and took an interest in their life. Often it was not filled with fireworks, sometimes perhaps, but many times not. It was simple, consistent, faithful.
Perhaps you are in a chapter of your story, intersecting with other people’s stories, and you are not the hero. A true hero is ok with that because they know life is not all about them.
Some questions that may help for this moment of the journey?
What are you learning about yourself right now?
What are about the role you play?
Where do you need to stand up for yourself, with integrity?
How can you be content but still work on your goals?
We all need to be a hero for someone who will you, be one for today?