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Give people an A Grade

Give people an A Grade

Imagine that you graded all of the people in your life. Think about the way the grade you give influences your willingness to listen and appreciate that person. You’ll notice that giving people an “A,” instead of a lower grade, will provide you with a greater capacity to listen, understand, and appreciate that person.

So instead of judging quickly and jumping to potentially false conclusions, give everyone you meet an A to start.

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