6/16/24

Habit 23 Never judging people

Our capacity to quickly judge and evaluate is a unique gift that allows us to discern any harm or danger that threatens our survival. But, we extend that survival habit to instantly judging people without having enough information, data, or experiences with them. The irony is that the less we know, the more quickly we judge. To really know and understand anyone, we have to withhold our opinions, judgments, and preconceptions until we truly appreciate where they are coming from and their needs, wants, agendas, and purposes.

We need to be mindful that not everyone is exposed to the uncontaminated universal wisdom of Oneness. As a result, their core purpose is dictated by their self-centered, five senses-dominated, human body needs — the “What’s in it for me?” syndrome. Usually, they are not aware of who they truly are — the universal force that enlivens their bodies — and are therefore unaware of the “needs and greater purpose” of their true selves. Again, that purpose is to add the highest value in very thought, word, and action unconditionally.

Most people’s opinions and desires are the outcome of the information they’ve accumulated based on their environment, experiences, education, and upbringing. Their sense of who they truly are is often missing.

If we cultivate this Habit of not judging people, not only will we remain steadfast in our own core purpose, we will also be in a position to take on the responsibility — through our unconditional respect and unselfish purpose of making a positive difference — of helping align them to Oneness, which will transform them into a highest, value-adding entity

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