Much is said about empowerment of oneself and others.
Today I realized that I prefer to have power when it is convenient; that is, when I find I am able, or can easily become able, to influence something in a way that is important to me.
Then I realized that I'm not so keen on empowerment, even for profoundly important uses, when it is difficult or costly in time or comfort to achieve. The question becomes, "How willing am I to work, to experience discomfort, to develop and to use my talents, my power?"
<I say I will work for joy.> I choose to do so when the work is hard, the cost is high, the frustrations many, and the joy requires a sense of humor.
