I enjoy being in the company of people who have a sparkling sense of humor.
Lighthearted conversation sprinkled with laughter is always great fun.
I also like serious discussions about important spiritual, moral, and political issues, especially when the participants express different points of view with intensity and feeling. But I don't enjoy conversations when I am being rebuked, either directly or indirectly. It's hard to face my failings, shortcomings, and sins. As I look back on my life, however, I must confess that some of the reprimands have brought me moral and spiritual benefit. Miss Grevengoed, my favorite teacher when I was in the 8th grade, told me how disappointed she was about my misconduct in another teacher's class.