Stephen Hammond

Thank you Bill Maher (words I didn’t expect to say) teapawt.net/Bitcoin_Teddy/status/2…

I have shared something similar before, but in light of recent comments and messages about who, or what, I read, I'm sharing this again. As I have gotten older, I have learned how to "eat the meat and spit out the bones." At least in part, here are 4 aspects of what I mean: Selective Engagement Disagreeing with someone doesn't mean you have to dismiss everything they say. Wisdom can show up in unexpected places. This approach helps you draw out valuable insights even from voices you may not fully align with, without needing to swallow the whole thing. Humility No author, teacher, or thinker has it all figured out, including you or me. "Eating the meat" is about recognizing value where you find it. "Spitting out the bones" means you can set aside what doesn’t fit, whether you believe it is off base or just not helpful for you. Critical Thinking This mindset encourages discernment. Just as you don’t eat the bones of a meal, you shouldn’t accept every idea in total. Engaging thoughtfully, even with opposing views, sharpens your thinking and helps you become a better listener and a better learner. Avoiding Extremes It’s easy to cancel someone over a disagreement. But living a dualistic mindset limits our growth. This is about embracing the sometimes gray areas and being willing to learn without having to fully agree. It’s both/and thinking, not either/or. Bottom line: You don't have to agree with everything to benefit from something.

The gospel story in 100 seconds. What a rescue. What a hope. What a King. Thanks, @GlenScrivener.