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Trudi Nicola's avatar

I found this interesting. It pays to put others first. I like that.

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Wendy Elizabeth Williams's avatar

Ed, an excellent piece of hard-won wisdom, thank you! While I grew up in rural America, I also lived in big cities and close-in urban areas for nearly 40 years. While I have never been in a physical confrontation ( but plenty of verbal ones!), I did learn " street- smart" quickly. As an empath who deeply feels the currents or "vibes " of others, I walked quickly and with focus and purpose, especially for my 31 years in San Francisco. I could always sense trouble ahead and would maneuver away swiftly. You are totally correct in the concept of giving and in so doing, honorably helping the collective. As Christ said in Luke 6:38,

" Give and it shall be given unto you; pressed down, and shaken together and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that you give withal it shall be measured to you again. " Powerful wisdom from Jesus, not at all easy to do but worthy of following. Thank you again, Ed, for this powerful writing.

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