What's your strength?

So the other day I took a ferry to a small island near Xiamen called Gu Lang Yu. While on the island I noticed workers building steps going down a paved path to the ocean. While the supervisor looked on and encouraged workers to make slight changes in their work, the interesting thing was that I saw the men lifting (approx. 300-350lbs) boulders using a rope and a bamboo stick. They had the ability to use simple tools and science to move these boulders.



This made me think today about the topic "What is your strength?". The idea is this: In order for us as humans to better ourselves and to grow, I believe we should focus on our strengths. Some people spend their life trying to reduce their "weaknesses" and forget to nurture their strengths. Some people have the creativity to be an artist. Some have the ability to audit company financial statements and determine accuracy and fair representation and others the ability to lead a group of people to achieve great heights. What ever your strength may be--know it and use it to your fullest potential.

If you are able to answer the question "what is your strength". Then you will be able to foster your strength and grow in that specific area. We all have strengths. Embrace them and use them not only for our personal benefits, but to benefit society as a whole.

So what is your strength? How do you plan to use it?