My best friend always gives me advice.<\/p>\n

On almost everything.<\/p>\n

But when I consider the source, I discount almost everything he says.<\/p>\n

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My father has an opinion on everything.<\/p>\n

But when I consider the source, I basically ignore it.<\/p>\n

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My lawyer sagely talks about what’s wrong with the country.<\/p>\n

But when I consider the source…<\/p>\n

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On the other hand,<\/p>\n

My fitness expert says I exercise too much.<\/p>\n

And when I consider the source, I\u00a0immediately slow down.<\/p>\n

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Next time someone says anything to you …<\/p>\n

Consider the source.<\/p>\n

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# 18 <\/strong>Being Triggered<\/a> – 19 <\/strong>Expectations<\/a> – 20 <\/strong>The “Gift” of Knowledge<\/a> – 21 <\/strong>Interpretation <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

42 <\/strong>Leadership<\/a> – 67 <\/strong>Personal Nag<\/a> – 69 <\/strong>Labels<\/a> – 75 <\/strong>Same<\/a> – 81 <\/strong>Second Impressions<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n

83 <\/strong>Being Wrong<\/a> – 89 <\/strong>Initiating<\/a> – 97 <\/strong>Variety<\/a> – 124 <\/strong>One Person<\/a> – 132 <\/strong>Taking it Personally<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n

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