Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.

Abraham Lincoln
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The principle of “allowance and limitation” is a principle of character which means that we should show respect to others and allow others to be of service to us. We should not take advantage of others’ generosity or trustworthiness. Many people think that the principle is very simple and easy to follow, but actually it is not so. There is no such thing as right and wrong in character.

What matters most is how we handle the things we get in life. The principle of allowance and limitation can become a great asset in our lives if we can learn how to handle the opportunities we get in life.

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