When we wish to correct with advantage, and to show another that he errs, we must notice from what side he views the matter, for on that side it is usually true, and admit that truth to him, but reveal to him the side on which it is false. He is satisfied with that, for he sees that he was not mistaken, and that he only failed to see all sides. Now, no one is offended at not seeing everything; but one does not like to be mistaken, and that perhaps arises from the fact that man naturally cannot see everything, and that naturally he cannot err in the side he looks at, since the perceptions of our senses are always true.–Blaise Pascal
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Great quote. This reminds me of a concept A friend of mine has come up with. The “Bush Truth.” President Bush apparently really thought that Iraq needed to be invaded to protect us. He really thought they had weapons of mass destruction. He was wrong on both counts, but he honestly believed it so it wasn’t a lie. Just a mistake we have paid dearly for. Too bad someone could not show him the “side on which it was false.” Maybe some intelligent people can bring some good from the situation. Some have defined this a real leadership. Sticking to your guns when everyone else is against you. I guess that could be true, if you can clearly see both sides, and still make the hard choice. Maybe he did and we should give him more credit. I guess history will decide. Sorry for dragging politics into your Friday.
The reason I got on here was to say I hope you will let us know when you book or pamphlet comes out. I have enjoyed reading yet.