Lessons from the Game of Life: The True Value of Integrity

Dear friends, today I’d like to share a story from my past, a simple tale about a board game that taught me a profound lesson about integrity. It’s a lesson I’ve carried with me throughout my life, and I hope it serves you as well as it has served me.

The Game of Life

When I was a young lad, my siblings and I would often gather around the dining room table to play the Game of Life. It was a favorite pastime of ours, a way to pass the long winter evenings when the world outside was blanketed in snow.

One particular game stands out in my memory. It was a close match, with each of us vying for the lead. As the game progressed, I found myself falling behind. The temptation to cheat was strong. I could easily sneak a few extra thousand-dollar bills from the bank when no one was looking. But I knew in my heart that it wasn’t the right thing to do.

The Test of Integrity

Integrity, my dear friends, is doing the right thing even when no one is watching. It’s about being honest and truthful in all your dealings, even when it’s not easy or convenient. And that night, as I sat at the dining room table with my family, I faced a test of my integrity.

I chose not to cheat. I played the game honestly, even though I ended up losing. But in truth, I didn’t lose at all. I won something far more valuable than a board game. I won the knowledge that I had acted with integrity, that I had been true to myself and my values.

The Lesson Learned

That night, I learned that winning isn’t everything. The real victory lies in playing the game with integrity, in being true to yourself and your values. It’s a lesson I’ve carried with me throughout my life, and it’s served me well.

So, my dear friends, as you navigate the game of life, remember the value of integrity. Play the game honestly, be true to yourself and your values, and you’ll always come out a winner, no matter what the scoreboard says.

Until next time, remember: the game of life is best played with integrity.

Yours in wisdom,

Kev