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Re: Is It Possible to \"Make A Difference?\"
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1) Helping one or more people in some way? If yes, then to what degree, and for what length of time? For example, if I help you with your homework one time, is that enough to have made a difference in the world? How about a surgeon saving lives for 40 years? Are Einstein's accomplishments enough? Thomas Edison's? D. Sklansky? Motzart? Bill Gates? etc.. [/ QUOTE ] I think its enough if one person's life is significantly changed as a non-flukey consequence of your action. [ QUOTE ] 2) Does making a difference have to consist of something admirable in nature? For example, did the guy who shot John Lennon make a difference? Did Hitler? There is no question these people have changed history, but is that enough? Time magazine was all set to name Hitler the man/person of the century, but due to harsh criticism from many who mistakenly saw the nomination as an honor, Time went with Einstein instead, I believe. [/ QUOTE ] No it doesn't have to be admirable. Clearly Hitler made a huge difference. chez |
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