โThe principle of interdependence is the key to the existence of natureโs entire system. The best example of this is the cells in the human body. They connect through mutual giving for the benefit of the entire body. Every cell receives what it needs to exist and applies the rest of its strength toward the general body.โ Every organization exists like a human body. All parts work as one: moving, speaking, and thinking. Every member is dependent on each other.ย
The principle of interdependence necessarily includes respect for what each member of an organization can do. Apart from this, the leader would always disregard what a follower can do – leading to the followerโs feeling of helplessness or hopelessness. On the other hand, the follower who does not respect his leaderโs capacity to lead would always question the latterโs orders. In short, a lack of respect would make interdependence difficult to attain.ย
Another indispensable element in the principle of interdependence is trust. Lack or the absence of it makes interdependence impossible. If an organization is represented as one body, each member should trust each other. No matter how varied each oneโs roles are, one must act from a perspective promoting the whole organization, not just the individual. Every member should never forget that his or her actions have far-reaching consequences.ย
For an individual, becoming part of an organization means being prepared to be a team player and adjust with all the team members. Regardless of the differences in perception and preferences, each must learn to work with each other. Difficult as it may be, differences should be reconciled, considering what is best for the organization. It all boils down to the principle that every member works not as a separate individual but as a part of a bigger entity. As the Word says, โFor just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.โย
Before we move today, consider these: (a) what part are we playing in our organization; (b) what body do we belong to; and (c) are we exhibiting interdependence in fulfilling our duties and responsibilities?
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Checklist: Tick the box that represents the value system of our organization. If we think we need to achieve one value system which we do not possess at the moment, think of ways how we can realignโ:
โBefore doing something, we consider each department’s role in our organization.
All departments are involved in all activities, from the planning phase to the implementation and evaluation.
Our organization ensures that all contributions our members make are respected.
We honor every sacrifice laid down by every member and ensure no one is violated or looked down upon.
We move as one-man-team in fulfilling our daily tasks and duties
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We are public servants who value interdependence. We promise always to remember that we are the face of the office we represent. As such, we will do our best to unite with our co-employees, setting aside personal motives, agendas, and issues. We promise to prioritize the common good and public welfare. We surrender our rights for the sake of the common good. We are committed to working as one, acting as one, and moving as one, and we will do our duties and responsibilities to fulfill our quota for the betterment of the lives of the Filipino people. So help us God.
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Lord, as You are the Author of interdependence, we ask You to help us become like You. In everything we do, allow us to exhibit our respect for our colleagues, knowing fully well that we are moving as a one-person team in everything we do. Please help us to give honor to whom it is due, help to those in need, and understanding to those who need it. We ask for Your grace to govern and power to prevail over every negative situation in our workplace so that we can deliver what is expected of us to the people. Amenโ
Values Restoration Officer: Mrs. Edel Quinn D. Casis
