To Be of Service

    “To Be of Use,” Marge Piercy’s marvelous poem, suggests something of the human condition-that we all long to be useful, to help, to work together toward a common goal. This is surely the best part of the human spirit. Meditate upon this: 

    What is my true purpose? What am I here to do in this life? 

    I recommend that you contemplate this question deeply and for a very long time-days, weeks, months, and years, even. Let the answer speak through your service to others.

Tell the Truth

    Be truthful, even when it is hard. If someone asks for your opinion, give it honestly. Otherwise, you can’t be confident in your own answer. My friend Nancy Fish lives by this and one other ideal (more about that later!)