Quotes
One of the fondest memories of my Granddad Nelson was trading quotes regularly over email. Sadly I lost the email archive when I went on my mission, but it has continued to be an interest of mine. I hope you enjoy my collection of quotes. A bit of everything from religion to politics to leadership.
When you’re in a heated argument, stop and ask what evidence would change your mind? If the answer is nothing, there’s no point in continuing the debate. You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make it think.
Argument closes off the doors of the senses, it always masks violence. Continued too long, argument always leads to violence.
Just because I disagree with you, does not mean that I hate you. We need to relearn that in our society.
Six Ways to Disagree
- Express feelings with love.
- Don't think you know best.
- Don't compete.
- Don't rigorously defend your position.
- Let the Spirit guide your conversations.
- Be filled with charity, the pure love of Christ.