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RokZRooM Special ! You Can Win by Shiv Khera

Many years ago, a rider came across some soldiers who were trying to move a heavy log
without success. The corporal was standing by as the men struggled. The rider asked the
corporal why he wasn't helping. The corporal replied, "I am the corporal; i give orders."
The
rider dismounted, went up and stood by the soldiers and as they were lifting the log, he
helped them. With his help, the log got moved. The rider quietly mounted his horse and
went to the corporal and said, "The next time your men need help, send for the
Commander-in-Chief." After he left, the corporal and his men found out that the rider was
George Washington.

The message is pretty clear. Success and humility go hand in hand. When others blow
your horn, the sound goes further. Just think about it? Simplicity and humility are two
hallmarks of greatness. Humility does not mean self-demeaning behavior. That would
amount to belittling oneself.

Step 21: Be Understanding and Caring

In relationships we all make mistakes and sometimes we are insensitive to the needs of
others, especially those very close to us. All this leads to disappointment and resentment.
The answer to handling disappointment is understanding.
Relationships don't come about because people are perfect. They come about because
of understanding.
There is more gratification in being a caring person than in just being a nice person. A
caring attitude builds goodwill which is the best kind of insurance that a person can have
and it doesn't cost a thing.
Some people substitute money for caring and understanding. Being understanding is far
more important than money and the best way to be understood is to be understanding.
And the basis of real communication is also to be understanding.

Practice Generosity

It is a sign of emotional maturity. Being generous is being thoughtful and considerate
without being asked. Generous people experience the richness of life which a selfish
person cannot even dream of.
Be considerate; selfishness brings its own revenge. Be sensitive to other people's
feelings.

Be Tactful

Tact is very important in any relationship. Tact is the ability to make a point without
alienating the other person.

Kindness

Money will buy a great dog but only kindness will make him wag his tail. It is never too
soon for kindness because we don't know how soon is too late.
Kindness is a language the deaf can hear and the blind can see. It is better to treat a
friend with kindness while he is living than display flowers on his grave when he is dead.
An act of kindness makes a person feel good regardless of whether he is doing it or it is
done to him. Kind words never hurt the tongue.

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