Ben Compton wrote
> > I have found that happiness comes when anger, intimidation and
> > hopelessness are replaced by compassion, charity and humility based
> > on the Golden Rule and the Serenity Prayer. ... having a very
> > positive and enthusiastic attitude every minute of every day which
> > sets the finest example for all.... It's your choice and no one can
> > take that away from you.
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> I don't see how a PMA will help change this fundamental problem. If anything, such
> an attitude will only perpetuate this philosophy.
Having a positive attitude in no way includes accepting bad actions
or bad conditions. Ben, you have made a very large assumption which
does not apply to my beliefs. I believe that coupled with high
values, and these would certainly include compassion and individual
freedom, a positive attitude equips a person with the fortitude to go
to war with Germany or to fight against the autocratic, bureaucratic
company hierarchy which damages people. A positive attitude supports
our confidence and courage and is an indispensable attribute without
which we will not succeed against heavy odds. I believe that the poem
"Invictus" pretty much describes it.
Regards, Joan
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