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The Inherent Goodness of People

4/28/2021

 
Chloé Zhao became the first woman of color to win the Oscar for best director, for directing Nomadland, In accepting the award, she quoted the opening text from a 13th century Chinese volume, Three Character Classic, which reads, “People at birth are inherently good.” Chloe, saying, “I have always found goodness in people,” and dedicated the Oscar to “anyone who has the faith and courage to hold on to the goodness in themselves and in each other.”
“You are a light. Release the need to harbor division. Hold only love, only peace in your heart, knowing that only goodness is real.” 
​​- John Lewis, statesman and civil rights leader
Affirmative prayer: Infinite Presence, I give thanks for the Divine imprint on my heart, my mind, and my body. I recognize this goodness in everyone and give thanks for the mounting up of kindness in humankind. I hold the world in an expanding dimension of love, peace, and justice. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.

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