Things to Ponder
Critical Race Theory vs Critical Power Theory
Critical Race Theory (CRT) is an interesting concept; however, should we classify this as “race”? The term “race” is used in society to group humans into distinct groups based on the norms of society. In the beginning, race was classified based on one’s location, so we would be considered American, Italian, Asian, Latino, Cuban or Jamaican, not based on the color of your skin.
So, what about this CRT, while there may be some value in this theory, and yes, it is a theory. The term “race” should be replaced with the term “power”. Power is what drives people to oppress others, not the color of the skin. Blacks oppress blacks, whites oppress white, Hispanics oppress Hispanics, Asians oppress Asians. We need to stop looking at the concept of “race” being the factor behind oppression and see it as a “power” concept. Power is a concept in which one group seizes power over another, whether it is in politics, education, etc.....The desire for power is what hinders people from growing.
Judge for yourselves, do you find yourself as an oppressor, oppressed, or free of all oppression?
4 Types of Mindsets
Over the years, we have heard about the two types of mindsets: growth and fixed; however, there is actually four types of mindsets among people.
Growth Mindset: Individuals who seek growth and understanding.
Fixed Mindset: Individuals who does not believe in change and reluctant (unwilling) to hear reason.
Unyielding Mindset: Individuals who hear and seems to understand; but lacks a strong foundation. So when challenges come, these individuals tend to sway back and forth because their understanding is built on a weak foundation. These individuals tend to fall away, if they do not change their course.
Troublesome Mindset: Individuals who desire change, but worry too much about the things of the world (money, society, politics, basically "the cares of the world"). This mindset hinders and stops the growth process.
The unyielding and troublesome mindsets can be changed (transformed) into a growth mindset; therefore, we need to be mindful of the people we encounter in life. Individuals can be categorized into one of the four types. Which one are you?
7 Types of Leaders/Believers (Please substitute the correct word below)
I pondered what makes a leader/believer successful. I have realized each leader/believer has qualities that guide their ability to lead/live successfully. Individuals look up to their leaders/believers for guidance, but can a leader/believer effectively lead/believe? I believe there are seven types of leaders/believers.
Ideal Leader/Believer: These are the true leaders/believers, who perseveres and continues steadfast in truth and encourages others to do the same, unwavering.
Striving Leader/Believer: These are leaders/believers whose heart is in the right place; however, they are being crucified for their leadership style/belief. These leaders/believers continue steadfast despite the circumstances that come their way.
Service Leader/Believer: These are the leaders/believers who focus on working and doing good deeds; while neglecting to love the people they lead/interact with. Service individuals concentrate solely on people's work and encourage others to focus on deeds.
Compromising Leader/Believer: These are the leaders/believers who lead/believe based on the circumstances of the world. These leaders/believers place stumbling blocks before the people they lead/encounter.
Friendly Leader/Believer: These leaders/believers tell the people they lead/interact with what they want to hear. These leaders/believers do not strengthen the people but lead them astray.
Inactive Leader/Believer: These leaders/believers are there in the moment; but perform no works of value. This leadership style/belief causes people to be complacent in life. (Going through the motion)
Faithless Leader/Believer: These leaders/believers have no substance. These leaders/believers speak vain words and cannot encourage people to succeed in life.