We don't change people by fighting with them.

When I meet someone whose views are hurtful and vastly different than mine, that I wholeheartedly disagree with, I meet them with compassion.

You have to change a heart before you can change a mind.

They are bodhisattvas, too. 🩷

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CountScrofula · 41-45, M

This is profoundly true.

I can get a conservative out on a picket line for my union by befriending them and caring about their workplace concerns, but not gonna convince them of a damn thing arguing about Trump online.

deadteddy · 26-30, F

@CountScrofula We need more love 💜.

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TheFlippantSide · F

@CountScrofula @ I've got some work for you. We won't change anything with buttons, t-shirts and self congrats. I'm putting together a team of strong people. I have contacts in every state and many countries. We can make a difference.
https://similarworlds.com/love/4735637-An-idea-of-love-will-you-help-me