Kaizen & Jeopardy

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A few years ago, I was introduced to the concept of "Kaizen". The  Japanese phrase is translated literally as "change for good". The Americanized concept has come to mean "Continual Improvement". I latched onto this idea with my whole being. I instantly recognized this to be my raison d'être. I see my purpose as a human to continually strive to be better than I am. I believe that regardless of your religious inclination, this is a universal truth. It is beneficial for everyone to be better than they are. I recognize this as important for me, and I'd love to help others in any way I can.

Another concept that I believe in is humility. I know that probably sounds contradictory coming from this post, but the idea that you must recognize the need for improvement before you improve is the foundation of any learning. In life, like the game show 'Jeopardy", finding the question is much more difficult than finding the answer. That said, I recognize that while I am the Professor of this "class", I must also be a student. I encourage thoughtful response and critique. I'd love to discover my ignorance and "learn how big the world is". Hopefully, I'll soon look back on this blog and chuckle in a way only wisdom can evoke.