First, let no one rule your mind or body. Take special care that your thoughts remain unfettered.. Give men your ear, but not your heart. Show respect for those in power, but don't follow them blindly. Judge with logic and reason, but comment not. Consider none your superior whatever their rank or station in life. Treat all fairly, or they will seek revenge. Be careful with your money. Hold fast to your beliefs and others will listen. Christopher Paolini
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We have a tendency to become too entangled with other people’s ideas and opinions. We listen to what others have to say, even if it goes against our own opinion. This can lead us to not being as open-minded as we should be. As a result, we may not take the time to understand things from the perspective of others, and we may become too judgmental of those who do not share our point of view.

If we take care not to be ruled by anyone else’s mind or body, we will be able to think more clearly about what is going on around us. In addition, we will be able to make better decisions based on our values and beliefs instead of being swayed by other people’s opinions. Instead of responding defensively when someone attempts to speak negatively about us, we must respond with a positive response that will build a relationship rather than tearing it down.

We can hold fast to our beliefs and others will listen because those who hear us will want to learn more about those beliefs and those who share those beliefs. When we show respect to those in power and do not blindly follow them, they may want to adopt some ideas from us that they believe in as well.

Source: Eragon

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