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What does it mean?
Live with simplicity, honesty, and compassion.
In plain terms
Be honest, kind, and care.
What can you take from it?
Practice simplicity, honesty, and kindness daily.

Where it applies

  • daily life
  • interpersonal relationships
  • character building

Putting it to work

  • be honest
  • act kindly
  • keep it simple

Questions to consider

  • Are you living simply?
  • How kind are you today?

Another view

These traits can make you vulnerable to exploitation.

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