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About Truth

The truth in all matters may not be extracted from any one given source, (save the source of all things), nor may we always benefit from the adaptation of any one given philosophy. The most sensible way of establishing truth is to: apply a variety of thinking styles where and when appropriate: look from all conceivable viewpoints: hold reason and emotion at equilibrium: and, consider all matters in the light of the circumstances surrounding them.

Truth itself may exist in many forms. Truths may be hidden or apparent, whole or fragmented, black and white, or many shades of gray. Some truths are absolute. Others may change under dissimilar circumstances, fall subject to the interpretation of the individual or vary with the passage of time.

Recognizing the characteristics of a truth often helps reveal hidden viewpoints worthy of consideration. Many truths are unalterable. However, the truth and reality of our feelings, behaviors, habits, attitudes and beliefs do fall under our power to change.

The truth can be both frightening and painful but must inevitably be confronted, to deny it is to rob ourselves of purpose and imprission ourselves in darkness.