The problem with today’s world is that everyone believes they have the right to express their opinion AND have others listen to it. The correct statement of individual rights is that everyone has the right to an opinion, but crucially, that opinion can be roundly ignored and even made fun of, particularly if it is demonstrably nonsense!Brian Cox
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From now on, you should only speak when you are spoken to. If you want to be respected, act respectful. If you want to be understood, speak clearly. Be polite and stand up for yourself, but never forget that others have rights too.
When someone crosses your path, pause for a moment and consider how they are feeling. Take into consideration that they may not want to be there or they may be upset because of something that happened during the day. Being able to think about others is an important skill that allows us to empathize with them and feel the true impact of what we do.
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