Seeking the Difference that makes the Difference

04 April 2010

I've come to realise that for the most part, there is a majority of people who look for similarities in life rather than to look for difference. I think that part is obvious, similarities are a known thing, and therefore even if it is not entirely safe, it is manageable.

Difference however is a much trickier thing to deal with. I mean, it is difference that separates people, it is difference that creates wars and problems between countries, and between friends. In fact ever since man learnt how to walk on two legs, it is these differences that have create a separatist way of thinking amongst us human beings, however, did you ever stop to think that this very difference is also the prime cause for Mans continual search for truth and the advancement of civilization.

Think about it for second, there are more than enough examples of people seeking out similarities in the world. When people immigrate to a new city, they tend to find homes near people who are similar. When visiting another country, people feel at ease when they encounter people from the same background.

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Parents listen very carefully

10 February 2010

What you say to your children is very important. I'm sure you know that already, but have you thought about the implications of the words you use?

The unconscious mind is an extremely powerful creative tool that will manifest all that it wants and needs, but if you input "bad data" into that unconscious mind, especially at early ages, you will invariably do more harm than good.

What do I really mean by this?

Well the classic example is that our minds will focus on things, and we get what we focus on.

In fact, if a single thought entered your mind, even if you didn't think it was relevant, it is.

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