Four Stages of A Man's Life: Stage 03: Power

When you become a man of understanding power is inevitable. From loved ones, family, friends to employers will entrust you with power. With so much power bestowed to you it becomes a true test of yourself. You can tend to it or abuse it. It is normal to sway yourself in the mist of it. It is up to you to use this power for the greater good or to use it for your selfish needs. While in power there is only one person who knows everything you do and to whom you have to answer everyday. That person is you!

I still remember the day when I was entrusted by my employer to fire four of their senior staffs. They were old, incompetent and seen as a liability. Yes, I did convinced them to resign and retire for the greater good. On the other hand I remember the time when my boss wanted to fire two staff as my skills can easily replace them. As I was expensive the company could only afford either me or both of them. Looking at them, with kids and families to take care of, I decided to resign for the greater good. As I always intend to exercise my powers so I can peacefully sleep at night.

To be in power is a nice feeling but if you defy your powers and let go at will, then and only then, nature will bestow you the next stage of life, true wisdom.