When there’s a conflict, the key is to listen. Entering a discussion, knowing there’s tension, primed to unload your views isn’t helpful. It is possible that you have misunderstood, and the conflict could be resolved easily. Wouldn’t that be a wonderful blessing? Listening can be an act of love and peacemaking. Owning your part in…
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More Light, Less Heat
It’s far easier to identify problems or errors than solve them. Contrary attitudes and combative arguments are signs of hubris not helpfulness. It’s hard to love and reach people that you are incessantly shouting at and unevenly singling out. Our world needs more light than heat by showing charity, speaking gently, and steering people to…