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"Plus on juge, moins on aime."

Honore de Balzac

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When people judge others, they focus on criticizing rather than understanding. Instead of accepting someone's flaws and differences, they point out what they don't like or agree with. This makes it hard to really like or love that person because love requires kindness, patience, and seeing the good in others. For example, if you have a friend who talks a lot and you constantly judge them for it, calling them annoying or too loud, you'll start distancing yourself. But if you try to understand why they talk so much and think about the positive sides, like maybe they are just very excited or passionate, you'll find it easier to appreciate and care for them. Applying this to your life means trying to be more accepting and understanding of others. When you catch yourself being judgmental, stop and think about the good things in the person. This can help build stronger and more loving relationships with friends, family, and even strangers.

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Acceptance Compassion Empathy Human nature Judgment Love Open-mindedness Relationships Understanding Wisdom
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