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 There are three facets of openness that we must embrace in our lives to have and enjoy a truly remarkable life. The first is experiential openness. By remaining open to the joys and passions of life, its unforeseen discoveries, and its predictable ebbs and flows, we can include and enjoy all the joyous treasures that this life has to offer. However, to be open to the good, we also have to risk leaving ourselves available to the bad, the hurtful, and the unhappiness. Fear of this side of openness encourages many of us to close off and retreat from the whole experience of life. But that way lies death, of the Spirit if not of the body - although science has repeatedly shown that the presence of a rich and varied life, complete with highs and lows, is a pervasive and robust indicator of long life vital health. The second facet of openness is the openness of the mind, the ability to think, to see all sides of an issue, and to remain capable of understanding, respect, and tolerance eve...