Some people, and even some cultures, tend to be hopeful, which can turn to rage when outcomes disappoint. Other cultures are more skeptical—when things don’t work out, they don’t feel rage, they feel melancholy.
I believe that real beauty means holding joy and pain together, not just chasing happiness. When we can hold both the possibility of success and the reality of setbacks, we become less reactive. We stay present. We trust the process, even when outcomes are uncertain.
The most remarkable leaders I know share one thing: they don’t grip so tightly. They have a looser relationship with control. They ask great questions and lead with curiosity instead of certainty. They make room for others to contribute and to grow. This isn’t passivity—it’s wisdom. It’s knowing that the tighter you grip, the less you can actually hold.
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