MOS

The driving force in humility is "low self-focus and high other focus." The virtues discussed in the Beatitudes are clustered in humility. A humble person will readily serve the less privileged. Pride is the direct opposite of "low self-focus and High other focus." It is focused on thinking more highly of oneself and putting oneself above others. Pride will prevent one from being willing to serve others without any preconditions. When we think of our Lord washing His disciples' feet, we become aware that we are called to be the servant of those we lead.

Low self-focus: When we focus on God, our center of attention is to submit to His divine will for our lives. This enables us to humble ourselves before Him. High other focus: We submit ourselves to serve others not as leaders but servants to those we serve. With this humble mindset, the second commandment, "Love your neighbor as yourself," becomes relevant.