Created by: teevan on 2000-01-17 13:30:53
Last modified by: ghroot on 2001-02-02 01:00:59
Summary:
Be kind. But do not feel badly about protecting
yourself and the people you care about from dangerous
situations
by asserting yourself, even if it means being rude.
Author's statement:
There are many guidelines that emphasize the importance <BR>
of being kind. Being friendly and open to new people <BR>
is wonderful. But I am still learning how not to feel <BR>
obligated to be polite in threatening situations. It <BR>
is the right thing to do to change seats if the person <BR>
sitting next to you on the bus is looking at you funny, <BR>
or to hang up the phone on unwanted calls. It is the <BR>
right thing to do to not volunteer information you <BR>
consider private, and to call the police if someone is <BR>
bothering you. Being prejudice and close minded is <BR>
bad. But being safe protects you and your loved ones <BR>
and is the right thing to do. |
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