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        "msgid": "mpr-deputy-speaker-to-shape-the-future-we-must-understand-ourselves-1780286384",
        "date": "2026-06-01 10:21:26",
        "title": "MPR Deputy Speaker: To Shape the Future, We Must Understand Ourselves",
        "author": "",
        "source": "DETIK",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Social Policy",
        "summary": "Deputy Speaker of the Indonesian People's Consultative Assembly Lestari Moerdijat stated that self-awareness is fundamental for youth aspiring to leadership roles, enabling them to address root causes rather than symptoms. She advocated applying Otto Scharmer\u2019s Theory U to observe, reflect, and build empathy before taking action, urging young leaders to embrace change and diverse perspectives in decision-making.",
        "content": "<p>Deputy Speaker of the Indonesian People\u2019s Consultative Assembly (MPR)\nLestari Moerdijat (Rerie) stated that mastering and understanding\noneself is essential for the youth. This serves as the foundation for\nyoung people, particularly those aspiring to be future leaders, and thus\nrequires starting from the most fundamental steps.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe journey of self-discovery begins early. If we wish to shape the\nfuture, we must learn to understand ourselves,\u201d Rerie said in a\nstatement on Monday (1 June 2026).<\/p>\n<p>She made the remarks during an online leadership camp for National\nStudent Ambassadors from across Indonesia\u2019s districts and cities in\n2026, organised by the National Selection Committee of the Indonesian\nStudent Ambassadors Foundation on Sunday (31 May).<\/p>\n<p>During the event, Rerie argued that a leader\u2019s greatest enemy is not\nothers but themselves.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cA complete leader is one who has resolved their own internal\nconflicts. Resolving oneself means understanding one\u2019s own self,\u201d she\nstressed.<\/p>\n<p>Rerie outlined crucial steps to understand oneself, starting with\ntaking a moment to pause.<\/p>\n<p>She criticised today\u2019s youth for moving too quickly\u2014scrolling\nendlessly, going viral rapidly, reacting impulsively, and being easily\ndistracted.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMany bright students lack focus and are easily distracted,\u201d said the\nmember of the House of Representatives\u2019 Commission X.<\/p>\n<p>At the event, Rerie introduced Theory U, a management theory\ndeveloped by Otto Scharmer. Its core principle is that before acting,\none must first observe, listen, and understand.<\/p>\n<p>Only then should one reflect and process all information before\ntaking steps to create change.<\/p>\n<p>Rerie reminded the importance of understanding root causes, not just\nsymptoms.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhat is visible on the surface is often just a small part. The real\nissues lie beneath, hidden from view,\u201d explained the senior member of\nNasDem Party.<\/p>\n<p>She emphasised that true leaders must delve beneath the surface\nrather than offering quick fixes.<\/p>\n<p>According to Rerie, viewing issues from multiple perspectives\u2014what\nshe calls building an empathy map\u2014is vital for future leaders.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSo when making decisions, taking action, or wielding authority to\nshape policies, you must be able to see from various angles,\u201d she\nstressed.<\/p>\n<p>Rerie urged camp participants to have the courage to change, try new\nthings, and lead.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFrom now on, aspiring leaders must be able to recognise and\nunderstand themselves, then prepare to take action,\u201d she concluded.<\/p>",
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