Each of us possess differing personalities, identities, priorities, etc., which presents the potentiality that we will engage in a disagreement (in fact, many); with this potentiality increasing considerably for those individuals whom we hold close.
Advice to "do battle only with those you value" understandably appears naturally contradictory, however, arguing or discussing - both terms are commonly utilised interchangeably - is (or should be) the process through which such disagreements are rectified; thus, if we desire to maintain an individual's position in our life, it is imperative that we "do battle" with them - on the issues which are of paramount importance (to you, and likewise to them) - lest we risk their departure from our lives.
Not merely will this prevent the wastage of your time - by virtue of doing battle with a potentially decreased number of individuals - but it will likewise decrease the prevalence of negative emotions (long-term), and potentially significantly decrease your 'circle' exclusively to those whom you desire to associate with and care for.
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Non-Fiction"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards." - Soren Kierkegaard If Kierkegaard is correct, then it must be equally true that by examining life backwards, one can significantly improve the life that lies ahead - forwards. ...
