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Expanding My Familiar
[[{“value”:” Introduction Every time we encounter a difference we are given a choice—avoid it or get to know it. One of the great flaws of the human mind, be it an inherent product of imperfection or a learned mentality, is that it undoubtedly gravitates towards the former. Difference brings about discomfort, change, and ultimately fear, none of which are on…