Ann LandersKeep in mind that the true measure of an individual is how he treats a person who can do him absolutely no good.
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The true measure of an individual is how he treats a person who can do him absolutely no good. When you treat people who can do you absolutely no good, like an enemy, it builds up resentment because you feel like the other person is making you feel bad about yourself. You may not know that feeling yet, but it will happen. It’s because of the way people act towards others.
If they act like they are better than you, you start thinking like you are better than them. But, if you treat them like they are better than you, it gives you more confidence to help them out.
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