I grew up in the 60's, so age, race, and gender mean little to me, in determining who is deserving of kindness. Some may think I can be nice, to a fault. But, I'm a firm believer that kindness is NOT a weakness, unless you allow it to be. I feel secure enough in myself, that I can be plenty strong enough to allow myself to be nice to everyone. I'm a quick judge of character, in my elder years. So, if someone proves distrustful, or unworthy of my generosity, I just stop being nice, and move on to more worthy projects and friendships. I consider it THEIR loss, as I am fully aware of my own intentions.
I don't kid myself that the world is all good and kind, and won't take advantage from time to time. But I just can't lower my standards to those sorts. In the long run, it's worth my efforts to be a decent human being, and live a kinder life towards others. I feel happier that way.
2007-04-06 14:53:35
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answered by Michelle C 4
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