Yom Kippur

Forgiveness and atonement.  Finding compassion in one's heart even towards those you could never be friends with or follow.  That's a tall order, a good goal to strive towards.  Self righteousness feels so good when you feel you KNOW you are right, yet it is still important to think of the position of those you believe are wrong.  I know I get so wrapped up in my passions around politics and social justice issues, I often have to remind myself to listen openly as well as share my thoughts.