MarkMakingMaturity

Some of the notable markers of immaturity (aka, childishness) are: 

• Self-centeredness
• Impetuousness
• Shortsightedness
• Inexperience
• Reactiveness
• Fecklessness
• Obliviousness
• Directionless

As we move away from immaturity toward maturity (and teach our children to do the same), we shift toward the following:

• Far-sighted thinking/behaviors
• Consequential intentions
• Service toward others orientation
• Appreciation for learning (or, at least, ignorance intervention)
• Tolerance for differences (of all kinds)
• Persistence
• Resilience
• Reflective disposition

For those in positions of influence and leadership the latter list, on steroids, is most helpful.  It's the surest way to make a meaningful mark and leave a lasting legacy.

What we do matters.  What we leave matters more.