Historically people have found their identity in the esteem and respect their tribe or culture gave them. So earning the respect of one’s parents, boss, and friends was paramount. Your value was proportional to your contribution and service to the whole.
Interesting that today’s modern thought is now the exact opposite. We are told our identity lies in our feelings, and that self-satisfaction/ pleasure is the most important. If anyone questions your feelings/identity, you are to fight against/tear down the whole and celebrate self.
Seems pretty clear to me why we find ourselves in a culture where everyone is shouting, and no one seems to be listening.
When we find unchanging and unconditional purpose outside of our self – not in our tribe or selfish ego – we will be able to listen more, and shout less.
Gratefully,
Spence (June 2023)
One day back in 2022, Spencer said in a staff meeting, “I want to think of a way to make billing a little nicer for our clients. Nobody likes to open a bill, especially for architectural services.” And thus, Spencerisms were born. That’s an internal name we initially gave these short notes Spencer writes to our clients each month, if they receive a bill. The name stuck, only because we couldn’t think of anything else that fit. We hope you’ll enjoy these bits of encouragement (or simple thoughts) Spencer shares each month.