re·spon·si·bil·i·ty
: the
quality or state of being responsible, answerable, or accountable
: a
duty or task that one is required or expected to do
: something that one should do
because it is morally right or legally required: a person or thing for which one is responsible
There are many people in the world who never, ever, take responsibility. They slide through life declaring “It's not my fault” or “That's not my problem.” They lie to cover up mistakes, to get out of sticky situations and to avoid accountability.
I prefer those folks who do the right thing. They take care of their family, help others, abide by the rules, and behave in a responsible manner. They are the friends you'd like to have, and the ones you'd rather be around. Most of them do these things automatically, happily and without hesitation, because that's how they are made.
I'm grateful that my parents taught me responsibility, because I expect that the good Lord or karma will hold me accountable one day.
Useful Notions:
“I believe that we are solely responsible for our choices, and we have to accept the consequences of every deed, word, and thought throughout our lifetime.” ~Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
“Life is a gift, and it offers us the privilege, opportunity, and responsibility to give something back by becoming more.” ~Anthony Robbins
