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Old 01-30-2013, 01:26 PM
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Originally Posted by kittygilchrist View Post
great topic. I can't be nonjudgemental without transcending ego. It happens for me occasionally by the grace of God that I view myself as part of the fabric of humanity.
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Perhaps we can start with the thought that being non-judgmental means that one accepts there are alternatives to what one believes to be correct or proper. So, to me, being non-judgmental means not assuming my way is the only way.
I agree with Kitty that being nonjudgemental requires transcending ego, a challenge for most of us. And that ties into Mikeod's post that being nonjudgmental means not assuming "my way is the only way".
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