Talent without Character LO26910

From: Barry Mallis (theorgtrainer@earthlink.net)
Date: 06/28/01


Dear Readers,

I read with interest the observations about character, and was reminded of
a phrase I recently heard which stuck to me like glue: talent without
character.

The phrase was being used during a conversation about a sports "star" who,
at the top of his game, had been arrested for a crime off the field of
play.

Without going into meanings, I was immediately impressed by this group of
words, because it applied so well, so intuitively, to those who in my
opinion have much talent to apply themselves to a task--often with
wonderful results--but have have not the character to shine with the aura
of humanity.

I enjoy classical jazz. Powell, Mingus, Davis, Sims, et alia. When I look
at these men, among them are those who displayed gargantuan talent, but
who lacked character. Judgment call on my part? Sure.

We can always argue with someone's viewpoint, but we can't argue with the
way he feels. We can try to CHANGE that feeling, but the other person does
feel that way to begin with.

Well, probably a bit unclear, but I'm happy!!

Best to all,

Barry Mallis

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Barry Mallis <theorgtrainer@earthlink.net>

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