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The wise man is one who studies all sides of a problem or situation before coming to conclusions and actions which could later find him much at fault. The foolish man does otherwise. The type of person who springs quickly to mind in this regard is quick to enthuse and, unfortunately, as quick to deny and reject. They lack patience and consistency of thought. They tend to hold themselves high in serious self-regard which makes them harsh in judgment of others. They are usually completely unaware of the glamour of their actions and decisions. Such people are not intrinsically useless to a group. Indeed, if events are favourable, they can be useful co-workers in many ways. However, when events run counter to their expectations, they can become very destructive and difficult to deal with. There are many such in the groups around the world who threaten the precious unity of the whole. A common problem in the working groups is the one who does very little of the group endeavour and for that very reason plagues the group with constant criticism. They feel angry and envious that others do more, and more useful, work but are not prepared to sacrifice their time to do likewise. Their constant stream of criticism, they seldom realise, is deeply destructive of group unity and wellbeing. Then there are those who promise their time and energy, but find, all too often, that they cannot fulfil their offer after all. Many are the stratagems of such half-hearted, half-involved people who dip their timid toes into the stern waters of true group work. This, ideally, comes from the soul, and where the soul is concerned, the work, however arduous, is welcomed and joyful, not a burden or sacrifice but a simple act of service eagerly given.
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