We had a near-tragedy on our street today. A beautiful man with talent and money and good looks attempted to take his life. I am told by a good friend (who is also a friend of his) that he feels worthless, ugly, disliked by others, and sick. What a difference in perception from the way the neighborhood sees him! He is in the hospital recuperating. I hope he will allow us to wrap him up in the love of community. I hope he will be honest and open about his feelings. I hope he will see himself the way I do — full of life! I’m examining what can be done on a day-to-day basis to help people who may feel as he does. I know I’m going to pay attention to inner prompts, no matter how subtle. I will strive to clear my mind of my own turmoil, letting myself hear feelings others may be afraid to voice.
“The rich in spirit help the poor in one grand brotherhood, all having the same Principle, or Father; and blessed is that man who seeth his brother’s need and supplieth it, seeking his own in another’s good.” Mary Baker Eddy - Science & Health Page 518:15-19
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