If you are a member of the graduating Class of 2007 I want to share an important piece of advice, NEVER CONFUSE EDUCATION and WISDOM...They are not the same thing!
A formal college education, is a privilege and luxury that many may never have the opportunity to achieve--thank God you have come this far. Many of you have been prepared since you were children to achieve a college education, and your ability to cross that stage is a testament not only to your hard work and dedication, but to the dedication and support of the many that have poured into your life ---Never forget that you did not get where you by yourself. In the end education and the elite learning process you have completed (and will continue throughout your life) is only a part of the equation of success, the rest of the equation is called wisdom.
A formal college education, is a privilege and luxury that many may never have the opportunity to achieve--thank God you have come this far. Many of you have been prepared since you were children to achieve a college education, and your ability to cross that stage is a testament not only to your hard work and dedication, but to the dedication and support of the many that have poured into your life ---Never forget that you did not get where you by yourself. In the end education and the elite learning process you have completed (and will continue throughout your life) is only a part of the equation of success, the rest of the equation is called wisdom.
Developing wisdom is a lifelong process of knowing who you are, your God given purpose, and delivering what you know to inspire the lives, development, and success of those around you. How many educated "barber shop scholars," "lazy intellects," "plastic activist," "mediocre managers," do you know that never really graduate from telling you all that they know, and the prestigious places they learned it? How many educated people do you know that never really acquired any real wisdom, or the character and integrity that comes with it? Don't let that be your story, step up, step out of the shadows, and move into your calling, the world is waiting for you to take your place.
We are all proud and excited about your new degree --and celebrate your great accomplishment with you, but if you really want to impress us...show us your wisdom!
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Wonderful insight you have. I have a project among a group of Pacific Islanders who don't have much formal education but are seeking a growth model of development for their community. Our project seeks to bring to them a wisdom-based education that will empower them. Poverty is not just about economics but is an issue of culture and identity. I appreciate the distinction you've made about education and wisdom and I hope my project will be able to get that message across to the islanders. Thank you. Ivy (www.nrv.com.sg)
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