This is lovely, @fantom22. The words of a special teacher can make an enormous difference in a student's life and outlook. Clearly that teacher told you something important that you needed to hear at that important moment. It has not only stuck with you, but shaped how you treat others in the world. Your teacher would no doubt have been amazed to learn that his words had such long-lasting impact.

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