In a capitalistic-bent creative economy, we are urged into production for a return of investments, which is certainly justifiable. What we as artists and creative people in general might benefit from however is the kind of creativity that renews and replenishes our creative soul, both personally and for the community in the long run; such is the power of meekness.
It has been proven that exercise invigorates the mind and body in a way that brings about greater efficiency of the entire human capacity to think and to solve problems. All of us need this sort of exercise.
Additionally, when it comes to the creative process, humility and practicing to be meek rather than bold and forceful assertion may be likened to the sort of vigor that physical exercise brings to the body and the mind.
Consider,
Meekness needn’t be weakness, as popular culture would have us assume. Rather, in meekness there is strength and healing; sometimes you need to make a leap for it.
Check out this resource for further thinking on the idea of spirituality of meekness.
I’ve only come across few people in my life that possess the ability to empathize another person’s feelings, anguish or pain AND then to display patience during their struggles. A meek person puts their own feelings aside for the greater good, human nature. These qualities are rare and can not be taught, great philosophers such as Buddha and Aristotle preach about Meekness. Thank you for reminding me to recognize and value these qualities in others and in myself.
You are very welcome! I agree things like meekness are often better “caught” than “taught.”