"The three supporters of inspiration: success,
acquaintance, praise."
___ Welsh triad (trans CM)
This triad is written with prestigious poets in mind, the Celtic glitterati, equivalent to our pop stars and film idols. It speaks to their insecurity, to reputations based on noble patronage, and local adulation.
Building on our own success is a way to foster inspiration and confidence in our lives. There is little impetus to further effort without some sense of achievement, whether our success alone, however, is the road to egomania, disillusionment, or even suicide.
Our special connections in our chosen field of work are very important to our confidence and success. It is not just the contact who can pull the strings for us, putting us in touch with the right person at the right time, but the colleagues who work with us, our family, and well-disposed friends. We cannot depend on our connections alone, however; we must also prove ourselves worthy.
The cordial of praise is more intoxicating than any other. Although we may seldom drink of its draught, when receive compliments or praise, our confidence soars. While it is good to receive praise, it is even better to bestow it. Praise offered from the heart is the greatest inspiration of all.
It is by steadily building on our success; valuing our connection with friends, family, and those we serve; and noting what people are truly appreciating that we set our inspirational work in its true context.
"How often do you encourage your friends and family? Make a point of sincerely appreciating someone's achievement today."
[From: "The Celtic Spirit" by Caitlin Matthews]
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