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Thursday, August 17, 2023

EMPATHY: BREAKING MISCONCEPTIONS AND FOSTERING UNITY

The impoverished often attribute the wealth of the affluent to luck, while the prosperous may label the poor as lazy. A young woman who marries early may judge unmarried peers for their supposed character flaws. A freshly employed graduate might assume superiority over others. Similarly, a newlywed who starts a family may perceive childless women as having led reckless lives.

If only the poor comprehended the sacrifices made by the wealthy to ascend, and if the rich grasped the hardships faced by the poor, they would refrain from forming baseless opinions about each other. Should the poor fail to value the rich's accomplishments, they should focus on their own endeavors, recognising that escaping poverty isn't simple. Conversely, the rich, if not inclined to aid the poor's growth, should at least refrain from quashing the struggling spirit.

Understanding the hidden struggles and battles people endure will inspire gratitude for one's own life. True empathy only emerges from walking in others' shoes, as it's impossible to fathom the challenges without experiencing them firsthand.

Promote mutual growth, abstain from ridicule, shun envy, and foster love among one another.

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