The principle of Laissez-faire of "let do" is a freeing philosophy for life in general. I think it to be a mature perspective that embodies the realization that we as individual humans really cannot control the events around ourselves.So why bother trying to "just do it" and instead just let do?
A naive person thinks anything is possible, and will do everything within and outside her capabilities to right an injustice. A wiser person sees problems around her as systemic of the world we live in, and that with reduced physical and mental energy that come with age, she can only address one or two big issues. So she chooses her battles carefully. Laissez-faire on the average is a good strategy for survival. Unseen, unmissed. But still there quietly. Yet a terrible strategy to execute as a leader because you can appear well, simply lazy.
Less management can result in the need for much more in the end. Another obvious lesson for my forgetful mind to remember.
Posted by maeda at May 23, 2007 08:51 AM