A good person in the world is akin to a soul in the body. Even if you cannot muster the strength or inclination to love others as yourself, at the very least, treat them with kindness and decency. It's important to recognize that while you may not be able to love everybody, you can still show respect to all.
Life inevitably presents us with challenges and competition, which serve as catalysts for mental growth and creativity. Rather than allowing pride to become a source of strength, acknowledge it as a weakness that requires daily vigilance.
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