Unity in Consultation

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During the meeting, we can each monitor our behavior so that the ways in which we
express ourselves contribute both to the search for truth and to a spirit of unity. The following
guidelines can help us to do so:

1) presenting our ideas with clarity, courtesy, dignity, and moderation;

2) sharing what our conscience dictates, even when we fear that no one else will
understand or accept what we say;

3) showing detachment from our ideas, clarifying them if necessary, but avoiding stubborn
insistence that others accept them;

4) treating others’ opinions with respect—listening with empathy and the genuine desire
to be educated about their point of view, without ever mocking, deprecating, or
ridiculing any person or idea;

5) avoiding anger or distress when others present ideas contrary to our own or seem to
disregard our contributions.