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[20] Awareness When Words are Flowing in Speech… 353 Questioner: If I do not notice the effect of our pratikraman on the other person, does that mean that I am not doing it sincerely or is it because the other person has too many veils on his Self? Dadashri: Do not concern yourself about the state of the other person. He may even be insane, who knows? You need to be sure that you are not instrumental in hurting him. Questioner: Therefore, should I attempt to bring about a closure for any hurt I have caused him? Dadashri: If you hurt the person, you will surely have to amend the situation. That is indeed your responsibility. This life of ours is not meant for hurting anyone. From now on, you will not hurt others in the future. But you will have to resolve the mistakes that have already occurred, will you not? Questioner: Even then, if the matter is not settled to his satisfaction, how much of it is my responsibility? Dadashri: If you can meet the person face to face and apologize with humility, you should do so. However, if he taunts you instead, you should realize that you are dealing with an ignoble person. You must still resolve it, but it need not be done face to face. If, while asking for his forgiveness in person, he throws it back in your face, understand that you have made a mistake. But because he is what he is, you should no longer bow or belittle yourself in front of him. Golden Inner Intent but Wrong in the Eyes of the World Do people suffer because of you? Questioner: Yes, they do. Dadashri: Do you realize that immediately? (336)