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On my inspiration and self improvement blog I am taking on the question of “are you present.” Everyone as a kid can remember when a grownup like a teacher or parent was too troubled with the world to give quality time. Instead of cursing the darkness (as so many do) why not light a candle? Think of the difference it makes to a kid.
I’m trying to be “present” today through one simple thing: looking into people’s eyes. I know it sounds easy, but you have to start somewhere. Try it, you’ll like it!
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