(When you read the Galahad novels, you often get a glimpse inside Triana's journal. But you really only see the entries that relate to the story at the time. Here, on the Galahad Blog, you'll get to see some of her more personal journal notes. And, you're invited to post your own comments to them, too.)
I had lunch this week with a group of girls who are currently assigned to the Engineering section. We talked about work, school, and life on Galahad. They offered some interesting insight and several good suggestions.
Toward the end, the discussion turned introspective, which I enjoyed quite a bit. One girl asked something that has crossed my mind before: Why me?
As she put it, there were millions of teens on Earth, thousands and thousands who applied for the Galahad mission, but only 251 selected. What made us get the nod while the others did not?
These thoughts occur to everyone, regardless of the scenario. It's natural to ask the question when things don't go our way: "I've worked so hard; why didn't I make the team?" But I've noticed that often we also question why we deserve the good that comes our way: "She's so much more talented than I am, how did the judges pick me?"
Or, in this case, "Why did I get selected for Galahad and not someone else?"
I'm as guilty of this as anyone. I often question any good fortune that comes my way, as if I'm not worthy. But there's a distinction between cocky self-assuredness and grateful acceptance. Rather than bring ourselves down with thoughts of "I am not worthy of this," we should recognize - and silently honor - the strengths within us that led to success, with the goal of building future success. Thoughts of "I don't deserve this" only cause self-doubt and needless guilt.
Humble gratitude serves a higher purpose, and likely attracts more good fortune through confidence.
(What are your thoughts, Galahad fans? Do you find yourself asking yourself "Why me?" Do you take the time to figure out why you have succeeded...and maybe why you haven't? How does this help you grow? Feel free to post your reaction to Triana's journal entry, and thank you for visiting the Galahad Blog!)
