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In our society the term champion is typically used in the context of holding first place in a sports contest - e.g. NFL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM. That definition comes with images of the index finger reaching skyward, strutting, whooping, and all sorts of celebration. Small "c" champions are all about BIG ME EGOS... SEE ME!, RESPECT ME! ADMIRE ME!, ENVY ME!, ME, ME, ME. ME!
Small "c" = BIG ME!
Small "c" = BIG ME!
But there's another more ancient meaning of champion - its the Big "C" version.
It relates to one who represents/protects his/her people in battle - think David & Goliath. Big "C" Champions get involved. They become vulnerable. They model courage and in doing so encourage others. Big "C" Champions demonstrate the best of the human spirit in unselfish service and generosity. And one more thing - they FINISH!
It's not about winning or losing, but rather, about always showing-up, always giving it everything one has, and it's about seeing things through to the end - the very end - win or lose.
It relates to one who represents/protects his/her people in battle - think David & Goliath. Big "C" Champions get involved. They become vulnerable. They model courage and in doing so encourage others. Big "C" Champions demonstrate the best of the human spirit in unselfish service and generosity. And one more thing - they FINISH!
It's not about winning or losing, but rather, about always showing-up, always giving it everything one has, and it's about seeing things through to the end - the very end - win or lose.
All The Best!
Bob
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