Comments on: Jayson Blair’s Mindset (UPDATED)

By: JSpencer

JSpencer — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:18:59 +0000

Great article Joe. The concept of needing to earn rewards (even praise) through learning, skill, production, and (last but not least) development of personal character over time has been lacking in our society for awhile - but this is no accident. Our entertainment, advertising and consuming habits have taught people that the things which are important in society can be had instantly, bought, or even faked. What I wear, drive, or can get away with and rationalize as my due have no bearing on the improvement of my character. Those fundamental building blocks of character aren't sexy, sensational, or high tech, but they can make or break our worthiness as humans.

"Failure is a chance to learn and grow."

Sounds to me like an excellent candidate for our new national motto.

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By: redbus

redbus — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:31:45 +0000

Joe, this was a great read! I liked the section on self-esteem. In my experience, there must be a balance. Theologically, humans have innate worth as those created in the image of God. On the other hand, we mustn't be afraid to promote a merit-based system when it comes to academics. My sons are on full college scholarship not because God made them, but because they worked hard in school beginning in kindergarten. And the “self esteem” stuff? You won't hear it in a Japanese school, and they consistently outperform American students. Could there be a connection?

By: vey9

vey9 — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:20:11 +0000

Jason Blair is perfectly qualified to do many things. Like wash dishes in a Chinese restaurant. He should be ignored. One inch of ink is too much.

To try to understand his mind, one need only look at the mindset of a common thief. Not much there, except the desire to "get ahead" without expending the effort.

While I was in college, I knew many "brilliant" students like Blair. They were coddled by the professors even when they refused to grind away like the rest of us. The lucky ones dropped out. The unlucky ones, like Blair, didn't and because they didn't, allowed their head to swell. Later, when grinding was called for, they couldn't do it. You see the results.

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