​​​Disambiguation: Feeling proud can come from the satisfaction of doing something well or having a particular skill. This kind of pride is beneficial.

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If children were proud...

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Imagine if children were as afraid of looking foolish or making mistakes as adults often are. They would never learn to talk, walk, or explore the world around them.

 

Pablo Picasso once said, "Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up."

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Choosing courage is the key to undoing pride

 

The "pride" we often cling to is nothing more than a dark veil that blinds us from choosing courage.

If we could somehow retain the curiosity, boundless enthusiasm, and fearless spirit that children naturally possess, that veil would lift, and life would unfold before us in all its potential. The secret lies in choosing courage.

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Unlike a child who hasn’t yet learned to fear mistakes, to fear the judgment of others, or even their own self-criticism, we adults have become experts in resisting and avoiding these fears.

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Reclaim the world of curiosity, boundless joy, and an indomitable spirit

 

While we can never truly return to childhood, we can acknowledge our fears, accept them, breathe into their energy, and find the courage within them. By doing so, we gradually step into a world of curiosity, boundless joy, and an indomitable spirit.

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Reflect on an area of your life where pride holds you back. Embrace the courage to be like a child again—full of excitement, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.​