How to Free People From the Gravitational Pull of Hatred
<p>Ifound Ryan the mechanic slumped over his workstation and I felt a sharp stab of concern. We’ve developed a friendly banter over the years even though I only see him when I get my oil changed.</p>
<p>“Are you okay?” I asked in a friendly tone. “You look tired.”</p>
<p>“I had an awful night,” he snapped.</p>
<p>Fearing I’d overstepped, I retreated to the waiting room. “An awful night” could mean a lot of things. My mind raced through a series of possibilities. Was it a fight with his spouse? Was a family member sick? Had somebody gotten into an accident?</p>
<p>Once again I was reminded that we’re surrounded by people in the midst of terrible battles against invisible foes. We need to be compassionate, courteous, and kind. But too often, social pressures compel us to adopt an attitude of hostility that does not align with who we truly are.</p>
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