Leigh, this was a well-timed piece. I have recently been thrust into a situation where a hard line has to be drawn regarding some folks (an unenviable task!) and I have to work hard to look beyond the behavior and still love those individuals. All the while making sure I don't put a negative bias on how I will feel or respond to them when our paths cross again.

We often lump behaviors, physical traits, and personalities together in compartments that "cookie cutter" individuals. It's our default mechanism, but one we must overcome.

I agree with Mike, thanks for challenging us, encouraging us to become better leaders of character!