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something to stay in our lives and over-
come us.

It is possible to be motivated to take
advantage of premature opportunities, by
being over-zealous. This could lead to
negative experiences, which then come
to be expected. Temper zeal with wis-
dom. Be prepared – that is still a good
motto.
Who are you listening to? Do the
words of others fill you with self-doubt or
feelings of inferiority, rather than uplifting
and encouraging you? Thoughts of con-
demnation could cause a person to stop
trying.
What about you? Do your words
build others up or tear them down? Are
they gentle and kind or mean and rude?
“Do not let any unwholesome talk
come out of your mouths, but only
what is helpful for building others
up according to their needs, that it

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