tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4849188373529074083.post713417393302166543..comments2023-03-16T15:57:21.277+08:00Comments on Simple True Life: The blinking line between bribery and showing gratitudeJunehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439835480991744482noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4849188373529074083.post-73307484625815672612009-04-22T18:00:00.000+08:002009-04-22T18:00:00.000+08:00James,Thanks for sharing supporting comment. Yes,...James,Thanks for sharing supporting comment. Yes, it is true the backgrounds determine how we look at things. I can response to differnt views but no need to be afftected.Junehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11439835480991744482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4849188373529074083.post-79225011150933447242009-04-22T15:07:00.000+08:002009-04-22T15:07:00.000+08:00The distinction between these two terms is very th...The distinction between these two terms is very thin. As you have made a great point here, it is very much depend on the intention/ motive of the doer. The problem arises here is that it is very difficult to establish someone intention because it is hidden in the individual mind. <br /><br />As such, it is very much depend on the perception of the other party. That means you have to understand him enough as how derive to his conclusion. Of course his backgorund - value; belief; upbringing and education - will determine his conclusion. Perception comes into the play again.<br /><br />Coming back to your child, he may pass the statement at his convenience sake. It is not a big concerns as because it is a fact that even the well and highly educated adults cannot distinguish these two terms clearly. <br /><br />The matter will be even more complex especially when the individual personal agenda were brought in.<br /><br />Therefore, I am safe to infer that it is impossible to please everyone. <br /><br />Perhaps you may recall the story of a father and son bringing a donkey to a far distant to sell their donkey. No matter how they deal in their situation. The bystanders along the journey will pass some criticisms, either constructive or non constructive in nature.<br /><br />So, the moral of the story is you can't please everyone. Follow your heart and stand firm with your decision.<br /><br />Do not react to any criticism, but response to it. <br /><br />Coach your son along and give him time to understand this thin line differences - that is the only thing I can say.<br /><br />May I conclude this with the verse from the Bible as below:-<br /><br />DO NOT JUDGE ON APPEARANCE, BUT ON RIGHTENOUSNESS.<br /><br />Trust the above is of any assistance to you.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11925571931921567505noreply@blogger.com