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What does it mean?
Avoid extreme reactions and forgive injuries more than you feel they merit to maintain balance.
In plain terms
Do not overreact to wrongs; forgive more than you think is necessary.
What can you take from it?
Practice moderation in responding to wrongs and grievances.

Where it applies

  • conflict resolution
  • personal relationships
  • workplace disputes

Putting it to work

  • practice forgiveness
  • pause before reacting
  • seek balance

Questions to consider

  • How do you respond to injuries?
  • Is forgiveness always the right path?

Another view

Excessive forbearance may enable repeated mistreatment from others.

More from Thomas Jackson

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  2. Be not disturbed at trifles, nor at accidents, common or unavoidable.

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  3. Use no hurtful deceit; think innocently and justly, and if you speak, speak accordingly.

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