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EP 45 - Principle #13 - Make wrong things right
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This is part 13, the last in our summer PRINCIPLES series. It can be listened to by itself, but for greater context refer back to the intro Episode #32.
Principle #13 - Make wrong things right
Note that the principles in this series are what work for me. They allow me to thrive and live my values as best as I can. I’m not advocating the adoption of my specific set of principles. Rather I’m attempting to showcase the power of principles by providing more context on how they can be defined, codified, and embedded into the thoughts and actions of our lives.
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Bridging the Gap with Crystal Deal
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Crystal Deal with it focuses on bridging the gap between where you're at now and where you'd like to be. We'll explore wisdom and techniques from a wide variety of domains and industries and apply them to your unique challenges. I love developing frameworks, processes, and storytelling metaphors that enable personal and business growth. Through actionable next steps, we'll build momentum and confidence. My goal is to help you clear roadblocks, do more with what you have, and realize the potential of yourself and your team. So throw your challenges my way and Crystal Deal.
Chris Croyder's AI-Free Creations
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First, an AI statement that all elements of this episode are products of the author, Chris Croyder, and made without the use of any AI tools. This is part 13, the last of our summer principal series. This episode can be listened to by itself, but for greater context, refer back to the intro episode number 32.
Principles for Thriving
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Note that the principles in this series are what work for me. They allow me to thrive and live my values as best as I can. I'm not advocating the adoption of my specific set of principles. Rather, I'm attempting to showcase the power of principles by providing more context on how they can be defined, codified, and embedded into the thoughts and actions of our lives.
The Evolution of Principle 13
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Principle number 13, make wrong things right. So where did this principle come from? So from the start of this process, I had 13 principles and that's on purpose due to my love and affinity for the number 13 and more on that in an upcoming episode. But of all of my original principles, this is the only one I've ever changed. This last principle used to be stay vigilant on your principles. At the time it was an important reminder, but gradually I recognized that defining my principles had worked.
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regularly reviewing them and making them a vital part of my yearly themes, goal-setting, and personal check-ins, they became so embedded into my consciousness and decision-making. And this made having the reminder of vigilance codified was kind of a waste.
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But I had to ensure I maintain 13 principles, so I replaced it with an element more geared towards my mission in life, which is to improve the world in a manner that inspires others to do the same. Improving the world means turning wrong things right as best as I can, whenever feasible. And that's where this principle came from.
Acting on Problems
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So why is it important to make wrong things right? It's important to take a stand for things, and it can be as small as moving a fallen branch off of a sidewalk so nobody trips on it. It can be as large as risking life and limb to save someone's life. This principle doesn't imply only large, overt actions. If we all make small corrections and improvements collectively, that has the potential to create large impacts on the world. It does concern me that people tend to be too focused on themselves and the small circle around them.
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Fewer people will go from pointing out a problem to actively doing something about it, and it's one thing to complain about a problem or situation, but it's far better to at least suggest ideas to rectify it. And if you've got the means and opportunity to do so, try to do something positive to remedy a situation.
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So how does living this principle impact myself and others?
Leaving a Better World
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This is straightforward since my intention is to leave the world better than I found it. I try to make an impact by being present and available to others. I love it when people come to me for help. Easing other people's paths through life is an honor. I take it as a privilege to bring my energy, resources, skills, and connections to bear for others.
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Yet, I do try to maintain awareness not to impose or over-volunteer. While I'm always willing to help, I'm only going to do so when it's requested. Lots of times people want to walk their own journey, figuring things out for themselves. What does living this principle look like in action?
Deciding When to Act
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I'm a problem solver at heart, a fixer. These require actions, not just ideas. This principle helps to keep me in a mindset of vigilance, keeping an eye out for opportunities for my actions that could result in a positive impact furthering my mission. And this mindset does tend to be future focused. How will this situation, pattern, whatever, if allowed to continue, negatively impact others?
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Turning this vigilant mindset into actions takes into account a few factors, including proximity, ability, risk, and judgment. For proximity, am I close enough to this situation and those involved where my actions will be welcomed? Ability. How well can I help achieve a suitable solution? Assessing that I truly have the ability to help.
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Risk. By helping out, am I putting myself, my family, or anyone else involved at undue risk? These risks can be physical, financial, legal, or social. Judgment. Is this situation wrong just from my perspective, or is it clear to others that it's a problem? It can be tricky to cross the line, regardless of intent, by imposing my own value judgments on others.
Closing with Darryl Davis's Quote
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So we're gonna close out this admittedly long principle series with this wonderful quote from Darryl Davis. People all want the same five things in their lives, to be loved, respected, heard, treated fairly, and the same thing for their family as we want for ours.
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So this concludes the summer principal series. I really hope people enjoyed these series of episodes. I will do something with this content in the future.
Return to Regular Episodes
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I want to make a quick note at the end of the podcast that we are going to be going back to some of our regular formatted episodes, usually releasing every two weeks or so.
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If you do have any wrong things that you'd like help making right in honor of today's principle, just shoot me an email or check out my website. You can join my monthly email newsletter list. You can find out more about the show and my work. If you want to reach out to me with any kind of feedback or ideas for the show, I would love to get them. And with that, have a great day.
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If you feel that Chris dealt with it, I'd appreciate your support of the show by sharing it with someone who might benefit. Ratings and your favorite podcast player are also helpful in growing the audience. Visit chriscroiter.com for free downloadable PDFs with notes and resources from today's episode. Sign up for the CDWY mailing list or to send in your problems or requests for future shows. That's C-H-R-I-S-K-R-E-U-T-E-R.com or use the link in the show notes. Thanks for listening to Crystal Deal Week.