Winds of Change.NET: 48 Ways to Wisdom: Way #11

October 11, 2002

48 Ways to Wisdom: Way #11 - Real Friends

by Joe Katzman at October 11, 2002 11:12 AM

This is a regular feature on Winds of Change. Every Friday (for Friday evening begins the Jewish Sabbath), we cover one more way to wisdom from Rabbi Noah Weinberg. These materials are written by an Orthodox Jewish Rabbi, but are written in such a way that they retain their full value no matter what creed you follow. Think of it as a gentle and modern way of sharing 5,000+ years of accumulated wisdom.

Way #11 is dik'duk chaveirim - literally "cut if fine with friends." See the importance of sitting down, of reasoning together. Don't assume your viewpoint is correct. Open yourself to the ideas of others....
We need real friends - someone you can trust, to discuss plans, feelings, ambitions. With a friend, you don't worry about scoring points or winning ego contests. A good friend will listen to the pros and cons and give you straight, honest feedback.... Everyone has different insights. Amongst many people you'll find many solutions.
Some roads can be traveled alone, but the road of life shouldn't be one of them. Go with a friend.

As always, read the whole article for additional insights, and suggestions for action in your own life.

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