DISCOURSE 10-19-83

Speaking of interpersonal relations, we must consider many variables which determine how one perceives and communicates with others. An effective delivery of ideas and opinions, couples with periodic reinforcement of comprehension is essential. Much personal enrichment of confidence will result from such rapport.
Tragically, much bias and prejudice is prevalent today, due to an inability to understand or an outright desire to be disruptive. Whether this be consciously or sub-consciously motivated, it is imperative that we acknowledge this self evident truth.
The negative force which destroys or retards peace and progress reflects the attitude that manipulates, sways, conjures and blatantly influences adversely one party against another. The sole purpose of this antagonistic aggression is divide and thus conquer. The final result, a sense of accomplishment, is manifested in the perpetrator.
Many folks are quite impressionable, if counseled eloquently or in everyday language with certainty, projecting a high degree of self confidence, communicating understanding or compassion, they may be influenced.
Fear of losing something of personal value, such as, security, status, peers, or material possessions, may prompt an individual to twist the truth, thus achieving a desired result which is consoling to them. To abate a threat by unscrupulous means is a travesty of justice.