01 | THE INSIGHT: The Silent Predator
The Silent Predator in the life of every man, there is a silent predator. It doesn’t scream, it doesn't attack head-on, and it doesn't leave immediate scars. It’s called passivity.
Passivity is the tendency to let life happen to you rather than predetermining how you will live your life. It’s the husband who waits for his wife to initiate the hard conversation. It’s the father who sits on the sidelines of his children’s hearts. It’s the professional who does "just enough" to keep the paycheck coming while his true potential withers.
At Harrison & Co., we define the Passive Man as one who has abandoned his post. He is physically present but spiritually and emotionally absent.
The Price of Silence We often think the opposite of "good" is "evil." But for most men, the opposite of "good" is "neutral." The cost of neutrality is staggering:
In Marriage: Your wife doesn't want a roommate; she wants a leader. When you stop leading, she is forced to shoulder the weight of the home alone, leading to resentment and disconnection.
In Career: Opportunities don’t go to the man who "waits his turn." They go to the man who owns the room and provides a solution before he’s asked. Opportunities go to the man that is anticipatory and isn’t afraid to lead up.
In the Mirror: You know what you’re capable of. Every day you choose the path of least resistance, you lose a piece of your self-respect.
The Performance Man’s Response The "Reset" isn't about a new gym membership; it’s about a new identity. Killing passivity requires three immediate shifts:
Audit the Gap: Be honest about where you are versus where God has called you to be.
Own the Outcome: Stop blaming your upbringing, your boss, or your schedule. If it’s in your life, it’s your responsibility. Own it.
Take the Lead: Don't wait for "clarity" or "motivation." Lead today. Pray first. Sweat first. Speak first.
The world has enough spectators. It’s time to get in the game.
