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Just as ripples spread out when a single pebble is dropped into water, the actions of individuals can have far-reaching effects.

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If one assumes a humble attitude, one's own good qualities will increase. Whereas if one is proud, one will become jealous of others, one will look down on others, and due to that there will be unhappiness in society.
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I one individual human being. One of the seven billion human being. I believe each of us, our future depends on the rest of humanity.
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