his emotions become deeper and more sensitive to the simple feeling of being, to beauty, and also to suffering. He feels the preciousness of life. He also becomes deeply accepting of “what is” in the moment, having lost the need to try to control other people and events. His way of being includes, “Thy will, not mine, be done.” He radiates a calm and unassuming presence, approaching life’s challenges with spiritual wisdom and compassion. He has a humble attitude of continual repentance and openness to growth. That is, he is not defensive because he has less and less attachment to promoting or
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