Idealism"But idealists build the lighthouses, don’t they? In other words, idealists are the visionaries who provide the light for others to follow. I feel that we, as Religious Scientists, as metaphysicians, combine idealism and realism to become a beacon individually. For instance, as an example, a couple who were members of Founder’s were having some problems with their children. They lived in a lower-income neighborhood so we went there with gifts. I said to the family, ‘Let’s think of something you can do together.’ I asked the children, ‘What would make you happy?’ There were all kinds of suggestions. One wanted to go to the beach, another wanted more time with Daddy. The wife said, ‘If only we could find a nicer home, ours is shabby. The landlord won’t paint this one and it needs painting badly.’ "Suddenly an idea came from out of nowhere, and I said, ‘Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you painted the house yourself, as a family project?’ "The wife said with resentment, ‘The landlord should do it, and fix the fence, too.’ I said, ‘Let’s bless the landlord, and not be resentful.’ I asked the children, ‘Wouldn’t you like to help paint the house, and fix the fence?’ |
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