Many times over my life, people would ask what my dream job would be or high accomplishment would be. Did I want power or riches or more? I've never had those desires, though.
I have worked in the military with high ranking people as commander driver in National Guard or 1SG driver in active Army or duty driver for the base. I've been in corporate boardrooms at IBM, and dealt with top executives at the IRS. I have an MBA, and I've been in a management role. I don't see people of status as greater than the poor that work hard to feed their children. People are people, and I give my best in any job I hold. Why? It is my nature and desire to be a good support... whether that was raising my children, to my work, or to my love in my relationship. Being the best at that IS my high goal.
I do not say others should have my viewpoint. It is important for some to lead, strive, push the boundaries and achieve their potential. Sometimes, that potential is to help others reach their potential. However, even they need the support of another or others to empower them in their drive. It only makes sense that if God inspires one to rise that God would know to make their relationship partner someone that can help them rise. So, while society is big on telling everyone to seek their personal goals, we need to recognize and support those whose heart craves being the best aid to others, as well.
So, that's all I want to say with this. Yes.. ambition is a great virtue and force. But, a lack of ambition doesn't mean a flawed individual. Maybe, they're fully functional to be there for someone else.
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