hey spiral,

Thanks for the great response. The "self-defense energy" concept is something I've never looked at. Embracing it as a positive influence, as in
"having my best interest at heart" is gratifying to the soul and an extension of, as you say, appreciation. This behavior eliminates the middle man so to speak.

Thanks for the thoughts about the clients. It's a concern all the time and balancing energies is an on-going process, as you know. Must run.

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