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       A warning to new friends
       April 01st, 2018
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       Take a moment to compose yourself and disconnect from  the  moment
       happening around you.
       
       Think about your place in the world and let your mind slowly  zoom
       out. Watch that place  become a spec and then  nothing  at  all as
       your inward eye moves toward the infinite.
       
       Now, with that distance and sense  of  impartiality  consider  for
       a moment your own actions  to the people around you.  Think  about
       what you consider good and  what leaves a  bitter  taste  in  your
       mouth. Don't linger too long on any one thing, but try not to skip
       over the shameful parts completely.
       
       Everyone you meet today will face that person you  just  examined.
       That person:  keep  the  idea  separate  from  yourself  for  now.
       
       If a friend were to  encounter that person today,  what would  you
       warn them about before the encounter? How would you guide them  to
       a better relationship?
       
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       This was the meditation I did tonight. I thought some of you might
       like to try it as well.