Cheat Sheet
Observe the swiftest psychological character of them all: temptation. Look intently enough and you’ll notice it rushing towards that other mental tool which is supposed to move slowly: your decisions. The mission is to have a contagious effect upon choices, since a game of "think fast” always looses. Whether it is peer pressure, an invitation to fight, or a chance to elevate a rumor against you, the social scenery is premeditated against you. And many feel they must "think fast” by betraying their logic and their faith. The advantage temptation has is that few people are prepared; that is, until now. Biblical Algebra offers a cheat sheet, when temptation tries to test you.
For Gossip Instigator: I heard that [rumors]. What do you have to say about it? Biblical Algebra: Who told you that? Instigator: [pauses] Uh…well I can’t say (and/or) I don’t remember!” Biblical Algebra: [smile] Well… let me make you an offer. If you (ever recover from your amnesia, and) tell me who, I will give you an answer that will cover everything. Is it a deal? Instigator: [pauses] Well… if you going through all this, then what I heard must be TRUE! Biblical Algebra: [smile] You know… I am amazed at your willingness to be so simple-minded. God bless you [Goodbye]!
For Participation in Criminal Activity Tempter: [Solicitation] Biblical Algebra: I can’t, I’m under heavy surveillance! (God is watching)
For Peer Pressure for Drug Use Peer: [Peer Pressure] Biblical Algebra: Anything on this earth that is truly all that much pleasurable, wouldn’t be so available as a handout. Apparently, one of its side effects is you never leaving people alone about it. You know what?.. let me help you out with that… [Then walk away]
For Another's Failure to Believe You Neighbor: [I don't believe you] [pauses for your nerves] Biblical Algebra: I refuse to be moved by an opinion that’s not moving. I have spoken the truth. My responsibility is done. "True truth won’t answer the questions that won’t question the answers (Jwyan C. Johnson, 2006).”
To Instantly Break Tension
Neighbor: [Silent Treatment] Biblical Algebra: Is there anything you wanna tell me?
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