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“Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.” (Proverbs 16:18)
“A soft answer turns away wrath, but grievous words stir up anger.” (Proverbs 15:1)
YOU CAN LEARN:
Develop genuine interest in people. When you talk to a person always make sure you focus only on that particular individual and don’t get distracted by anything else. Follow Abraham Lincoln’s famous self-instruction: “I do not like that man; therefore I shall get to know him better.” You can learn to care about others around you. You can learn to trust people around you and by doing this other people will be interested in you. They will care about what you have to say and will trust you.
A SONG OF ASCENTS OF DAVID:
Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity! It is like the precious oil on the head, running down on the beard, on the beard of Aaron, running down on the collar of his robes! It is like the dew of Hermon, which falls on the mountains of Zion! For there the Lord has commanded the blessing, life forevermore. (Psalm 133:1-3 )
ACTIVELY LISTENING:
By taking the time to “actively listen” to others, and encouraging them to share their ideas; we can build a positive environment around us. People have an natural desire to get along with others. Though everyone may want to get along with others this doesn’t always mean they do successfully. Effort and optimism are a winning combination when you use them in your daily communications with others. We should believe that we can learn a little something from everyone.
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