For some years, Mariam worked with a group that did not value her. Some time after they parted ways, Mariam reached out for assistance which was not forthcoming.
The Rabbi was not surprised. "They always failed you," He said.
Do not keep on hoping that the behaviour patterns of others will assuredly change in the face of goodwill. The behavioural track record of a person is there for a reason; to alert others to their possible responses in the face of difficulties.
Instantaneous conversions of soul do occur; yet many conversions occur over years. Acceptance of repetition of behaviour patterns of others is not defeatism.
"It's called reality," said the Rabbi.
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