I do not view those greater than I as my enemies to be conquered and destroyed but as my teachers to be learned from and admired. For they have achieved and I still strive, for they reflect the values which I hold highest to the fullest extent and I must observe and understand how to do the same in my quest for moral perfection of my self for my self, which love for my life requires. Heroes may be worshiped, but one must never lose sight that such worship can only be true and good if it is a response to one’s highest values. I do not admire the unattainable but that which is to be realized by oneself.
©’07 Anja Hartleb-Parson
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