Journal Writing Prompt: Dignity
“Dignity consists not in possessing honors, but in the consciousness that we deserve them.”
~Aristotle
In your journal, consider this quote from Aristotle. What do you think he means when he says “possessing honors”? Sometimes, what we possess becomes (almost) more important than whether we deserve it or not. This can be dangerous to our spirit, and, frankly, our self esteem - because possessions can be a temporary thing. With that in mind, what advice would you give in helping yourself (or others) change mindsets - from receiving dignity from possessions to dignity through entitlement?
Journal Writing Prompt Bonus: Philip Massinger once said “True dignity is never gained by place, and never lost when honors are withdrawn.” How does this quote fit in to the above quote from Aristotle? Think of an example, in your life, when you maintained your dignity, despite what was going on around you, and detail that in your journal.
Happy Journaling!
Dee
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