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Heroes in this context here, simply means people you admire or respect, look up to them, you have garnered lessons of life & knowledge from. You feel proud there are people who have similar to your own morals and ways about life. 

Me I'm really big on loyalty.

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I dont have any heroes. And they give a bloke who says he doesn't hold a hose an AC

Paraphrasing Keating" I don't believe in little medals given by some committee".

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Originally posted by Whale Whale wrote:

 It gives the impression that they are way above my level and I’m not worthy which is something that I don’t think anyone should feel. 

Why not, it is true in many cases. Better than blithely sailing through life, doing nothing worthwhile and not even thinking about it.


It’s true that someone may have a particular skill or ability that others don’t but that doesn’t make them inherently better than others or worthy of blind hero praise. Respect is enough. 

Having the self esteem to be confident enough in your own skin that you don’t need to worship someone you likely dont even know as a hero doesn’t equate to sailing through life never doing anything worthwhile. That’s a different issue altogether. Everyone has skills and abilities and should have the self-confidence to recognise them and hopefully do the best they can with what they’ve been given. 
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Actually I don't hero worship anyone, I admire some people greatly for their selflessness, humanity, loyalty etc.
I know people have different abilities, my point is that people who do their best to achieve with whatever talents or skills they may have are worthy of respect. Most just sail through life never getting anywhere near their true potential or even trying. Then again life is tough so maybe just surviving is worthy of respect.
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Originally posted by Carl Sagan Carl Sagan wrote:

Heroes in this context here, simply means people you admire or respect, look up to them, you have garnered lessons of life & knowledge from. You feel proud there are people who have similar to your own morals and ways about life. 

Me I'm really big on loyalty.

Carl.

Absolutely Carl, I think there is a bit of a cross of Idols here as opposed to Heroes or as you say people you admire for their contribution to whatever cause.
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Originally posted by Whale Whale wrote:

Actually I don't hero worship anyone, I admire some people greatly for their selflessness, humanity, loyalty etc.
I know people have different abilities, my point is that people who do their best to achieve with whatever talents or skills they may have are worthy of respect. Most just sail through life never getting anywhere near their true potential or even trying. Then again life is tough so maybe just surviving is worthy of respect.


I think we are basically saying the same thing. Respect yes. Hero no. 
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Originally posted by jujuno jujuno wrote:

 David Pocock: After his retirement, Pocock worked as a conservationist and social justice advocate.

 
How many others would do same if they weren't preoccupied working 9 to 5 to feed the family & put a roof over their head.

I have no beef with Pocock....probably a great bloke.....but his very successful footy career set him up financially.

And there are millions of folk out there who would classify themselves as conservationists & social justice advocates. 
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Very true, is it so rare for a politician to do the decent thing that he must be applauded as a hero? Countless people out there do much more and remain unrecognised.
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From memory Pocock who is the son of wealthy Zim. pastoralists took time out of his rugby contract to pursue environmental work, having previously studied and graduated with a Masters degree in sustainability.
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ANDREA: Unhappy is the land that breeds no hero.

GALILEO: Unhappy is the land in need of heroes.

from “The Life of Galileo,” by Bertolt Brecht
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Can’t say I have any heros. When I hear that word I picture staring all bright-eyed and in awe of someone which I think is a bit much. Why would I react that way to anyone? It gives the impression that they are way above my level and I’m not worthy which is something that I don’t think anyone should feel. Immense respect for many people in society who do so much - yes, absolutely. Heros though? No. 

 What a strange thought. Just because one has respect for people who do extraordinary deeds, doesn't mean you yourself is less worthy.

 I thought this thread was for highlighting individual heroes. We all should respect policemen, nurses, SES workers etc. 

 
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I've only just read through this.  And thought about it.  Lot's of people have sportsmen or women heroes.  People who have led their teams to victory etc. 

I think my father would of been my main hero.  He cared for everyone small, weak or strong.  He gave his all to everything he did.  He was quiet and listened and helped when needed.  He taught me right from wrong and made me feel safe.

But otherwise most of my heroes I can't name.  

The man who sat in the dark with stuart diver while they endeavour to get him out before he drowned after the thredbo disaster.  Courage and kindness in one.

The ones who help rescue people from disasters in the outdoors, at sea, in homes or on the roads.  Where fire or rain, windy weather etc makes their lives at risk also but they go out and do their jobs or just step in because they are the only ones there.  Those who say these people deserve a chance to live and I have to step up or they wont.

It's often the little things who make you a hero.  We all have it in us.  We just have to hope that we don't ever have to show the courage to step up and be that hero.
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So am I allowed to have Taylor Swift as my hero or not?
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 I am beginning to realise some people's inadequacies are why they downplay heroes.

 Makes them feel better about their moral shortcomings. 

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Originally posted by furious furious wrote:

I've only just read through this.  And thought about it.  Lot's of people have sportsmen or women heroes.  People who have led their teams to victory etc. 

I think my father would of been my main hero.  He cared for everyone small, weak or strong.  He gave his all to everything he did.  He was quiet and listened and helped when needed.  He taught me right from wrong and made me feel safe.

But otherwise most of my heroes I can't name.  

The man who sat in the dark with stuart diver while they endeavour to get him out before he drowned after the thredbo disaster.  Courage and kindness in one.

The ones who help rescue people from disasters in the outdoors, at sea, in homes or on the roads.  Where fire or rain, windy weather etc makes their lives at risk also but they go out and do their jobs or just step in because they are the only ones there.  Those who say these people deserve a chance to live and I have to step up or they wont.

It's often the little things who make you a hero.  We all have it in us.  We just have to hope that we don't ever have to show the courage to step up and be that hero.

 Whale makes fun of me when I laud my mother. At 98 she was still doing Meals-on-Wheels, which she started doing after she retired at 78. We used to laugh when she said she did it to help 'older people' survive. 

 There are heroes everywhere. They are needed in society to keep a moral compass face north. 

 I would never decry a hero.

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Originally posted by Passing Through Passing Through wrote:

So am I allowed to have Taylor Swift as my hero or not?



 Wrong word. Try something sexier.

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 I am beginning to realise some people's inadequacies are why they downplay heroes.

 Makes them feel better about their moral shortcomings. 

I realised your inadequacies a decade ago, a constant need for affirmation is not normal.
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 I have never considered myself 'normal'. 

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 Having a hero in life helps you to aspire to do better yourself.

 
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Originally posted by jujuno jujuno wrote:

 Having a hero in life helps you to aspire to do better yourself.

 

Yes having people you like and admire continually shows me, how far away I am from being like them, its a huge huge space, a Gulf of infinity between myself and my heroes. Ah well it makes you try harder innit.

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And those who have chosen sportsmen and women as their heroes?

I’ve got nothing left to say.


I am a bit like that too.  They are playing a game they love and getting money and admiration for doing it.  Not exactly hero material to me.  I admire what some of them have done, and continue to do, but I think hero is a bit much.  But. Just MHO .
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Originally posted by GAJ GAJ wrote:

Amazing reading of all the heros people have, It is something I would have to ponder as there are so many great people to aspire to.
It does remind me of a saying my grandmother always said to me -

 ' Show me your friends and I'll tell you who you are' 

I think the same goes for your choices and why in the comments.


I think of heros like the 2 professors who got Australian of the Year for their research into brain cancer, and the lady Doctor who treated the Bali bombing victims with a new type of skin .  
People who are doing it for others, not for a brownlow medal.
I do admire Mark Hughes for his work . 
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Originally posted by brave_ponies brave_ponies wrote:

Not surprising, GAJ Wink,  I agree with all of this!

Originally posted by GAJ GAJ wrote:

For me the Heroes are people whose names I don't know and some I do,

First responders e.g. twin towers,
SES volunteers -
Firemen, risking their lives to save others in bush fires
Great surgeons of this world - making a difference and giving back life
Random people helping others in times of devastating weather events
Fr McVerry  and other priests like him who help young homeless people
missionary and aid workers,
Life savers etc.
The veterinarians who spend days on end helping starving and dying animals during flood/fire events
The helicopter and plane pilots who join in fire/ flood and other rescue missions
Ambos etc

These people are many and some have taken this path in their life to be of service to others and have made a real difference they are my heroes.


Plus -

Those involved in animal welfare and rescue.
Flying doctors and RANs.
The Aussie Sikhs who have provided thousands of free meals to those in need.
And the Hay Runners - and anyone who supports the mental health of our rural communities and farmers.

As a wise man said, ‘We can be heroes, just for one day’ Heart


Great post ClapClapClapClap
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Rik Mayall, not that I subscribe to the theory:

"All men are equal. Therefore, no one can ever be your genuine superior
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Originally posted by ExceedAndExcel ExceedAndExcel wrote:

Can’t say I have any heros. When I hear that word I picture staring all bright-eyed and in awe of someone which I think is a bit much. Why would I react that way to anyone? It gives the impression that they are way above my level and I’m not worthy which is something that I don’t think anyone should feel. Immense respect for many people in society who do so much - yes, absolutely. Heros though? No. 

 What a strange thought. Just because one has respect for people who do extraordinary deeds, doesn't mean you yourself is less worthy.

 I thought this thread was for highlighting individual heroes. We all should respect policemen, nurses, SES workers etc. 

 


Respect for someone is very different to considering them a hero. They are on completely different levels. Surprised someone with a 190 IQ isn’t able to comprehend that point. 
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 There are so many heroes in society. Which is why I can never understand why some on here admire people like Ben Cousins or Jack de Belin or Jarryd Hayne.

 

 

 
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Originally posted by acacia alba acacia alba wrote:

Originally posted by brave_ponies brave_ponies wrote:

Not surprising, GAJ Wink,  I agree with all of this!

Originally posted by GAJ GAJ wrote:

For me the Heroes are people whose names I don't know and some I do,

First responders e.g. twin towers,
SES volunteers -
Firemen, risking their lives to save others in bush fires
Great surgeons of this world - making a difference and giving back life
Random people helping others in times of devastating weather events
Fr McVerry  and other priests like him who help young homeless people
missionary and aid workers,
Life savers etc.
The veterinarians who spend days on end helping starving and dying animals during flood/fire events
The helicopter and plane pilots who join in fire/ flood and other rescue missions
Ambos etc

These people are many and some have taken this path in their life to be of service to others and have made a real difference they are my heroes.


Plus -

Those involved in animal welfare and rescue.
Flying doctors and RANs.
The Aussie Sikhs who have provided thousands of free meals to those in need.
And the Hay Runners - and anyone who supports the mental health of our rural communities and farmers.

As a wise man said, ‘We can be heroes, just for one day’ Heart


Great post ClapClapClapClap

Yes, I agree with you both!
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Originally posted by acacia alba acacia alba wrote:

Originally posted by Freefall Freefall wrote:

And those who have chosen sportsmen and women as their heroes?

I’ve got nothing left to say.


I am a bit like that too.  They are playing a game they love and getting money and admiration for doing it.  Not exactly hero material to me.  I admire what some of them have done, and continue to do, but I think hero is a bit much.  But. Just MHO .

And I agree with this! Big smile
Sportspeople need to do more than their sport - Billie Jean King, Dylan Alcott, Ian Roberts, have hero qualities.
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