What comes to mind when you hear the term “rascal?”
Most of us tend to think of someone who is mischievous or cheeky, like that “rascally rabbit” Bugs Bunny.
But writer Chris Brady has a definition of rascal to which more of us should aspire.
Brady makes a powerful case that the people who are best suited to lead by principle, rather than popularity or circumstance, are rascals of one sort or another.
In this sense, a rascal is an original character who makes a difference in the world by wholeheartedly embracing a life of daring purpose.
Rascals are those who find the courage to break from the herd and to take complete responsibility for their lives and their character.
They make a conscious choice to live their lives with integrity and purpose, no matter what.
They understand that excellence lies on the other side of learning and they face opposition and struggle without fear or complaint.
Criticism and resistance are not things to be avoided but are the natural consequences of going against the grain for the right reasons.
Simply fitting in with the crowd is not enough to make a lasting difference.
A rascal dares to be different, not for the sake of getting attention but in becoming an undeniably authentic character who leaves the world better than they found it.
As you may have guessed, there aren’t that many rascals in the world.
But that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t seriously consider becoming one.
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