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[kempermentor]

> bdclark0423 need to clarify:
> You say tomato, I say tomato
> You say potato, I say potato
>
> You say treat others as they want to be treated.
> I say
.
> Aw come on, man!
> let's stop dicing tomatoes, potatoes, onions, whatever! The golden
> rule is the platinum rule!

Kemper now:
No need to clarify :)  
The rules are different, and the difference isn't subtle.  

The difference is as obvious as you saying nightshade while I'm saying
ambroia.
Your apple is a Golden Delicious, mine is golden.
YOu are considering the beauty in you.  I am considering the beauty in
the world.
One is the past, the other the future.  The present is in transition.


> bdclark0423:
> Also, Ever heard of sticks and stone may break your bones? I'm
> trying to make the connection between what people may say to you and
> how you perceive what they say, and eventually acting upon that. 

Kemper now:
Yes, I've heard the adage.  And it, too, is wrong.
Words are more powerful the sticks and stones.  Bones heal in 6 weaks,
words can stay with you for a lifetime.

I agree that it is the 'I' that can choose how to perceive words, but
the 'I' needs to be taught how.  That skill is not inate, it's a
learned behavior.
I would also encourage someone to respond the words of others, rather
than act or react.  Similarly, there's a not-so-subtle difference
between respond and act(react) but the difference is crucial.


> bdclark0423:
> In the law's eyes, in GOD's eyes, in your neighbor's eyes, and my 
> eyes, that's all that matters at the end of the day.

Kemper now:
I would also add, 'in your eyes'.


> bdclark0423:
> Be the better person, always! That's what Frank is saying.
> me too.

Kemper now:
No... Frank isn't even saying be /a/ better person.  
S/He is warning 'you' that 'your' destiny is in 'your' control and
that it is based off 'your' thoughts.

I'm saying that too!  :)

Kemper