Sorry! Thank you!
„It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye. ”
Antoine de Saint Exupery
When we meet someone, it is important not to judge, but talk to that person, observe him in different situations. However, most often we judge after external characteristics and after our previous experience. In my life I met many people who were afraid that somehow I make fun of them or underestimate them. Tolerance, acceptance of others starts with self-acceptance; if I’m not able to accept myself then I can't be open to others. For example, a few years ago I had a heart operation, after which it was very hard to accept myself with this operation. I felt the same about people around, I was afraid that they will look down on me. I tried to look for people who accept me, who understand me and are honest with me. Tolerance's motto in my opinion is "Thank you" it contains everything and if we pronounce it practically we accept that person. When this words are accompanied by a hug, a smile or a friendly gesture we can be sure that we are not alone in the world. It is very important to not offend anyone with gestures or words, gestures or words could hurt us too. We need to act in such a way as we would prefer to be treated by other people. We must always remember that if we are mistaken in any way we can make it up with a simple word, ”Sorry!”
Szilveszter Henrietta, XII E