In listing the qualities of the types of persons found in groups, Benedict starts by addressing first those who belong to the general group and who choose to follow a common rule.
Every group has a variety of personalities involved in it:
- there are those who do only what is required and those who check to see how much they can stretch the boundaries,
- there are those who thrive on being part of a team and those who prefer to work alone,
- there are some who are born to lead and others who rebel against all authority.
All of these elements are necessary for a team to function well. There has to be boundaries that are set and obeyed (not necessarily liked by all) yet enough space for diversity. I need to realize that although I might want to be the center of the group at all times, there needs to be a measure of flexibility present that allows all to use their gifts and talents and to grow. I need to ask myself regularly if I am contributing something positive to the group or detracting from it.
What am I doing to enable the groups I belong to grow today?
Sr. Catherine, OSB
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