Overview
It is one thing to hold on to your principles, but it is quite another to hold on to idealistic notions about how people should behave. The world is not a friendly place sometimes, and that's a fact. It's a fact that is sad and unfortunate, but you have to admit it and factor it into your plans today. It's not about thinking negatively or assuming the worst -- it's about being realistic, and being ready for people to need to know what is in it for them.
