They fail to grasp the fact that, if they listened to each other's experiences, they would gain a fuller understanding of its true nature.Not many of us, if any, are capable of understanding the whole truth about very much, but the wise among us are those who genuinely and earnestly seek the truth through listening to the experiences of others—not being threatened by a different version or understanding of the truth, but rather seeing it as an opportunity to expand their own understanding.It seems almost too obvious to state that, if we genuinely seek the truth, we should never be afraid to listen to the opinions of others or other truths, just as we should never be afraid to see things through others' eyes, and just as you who earnestly seek the welfare of the people of Scotland, if you are wise men and women, should never be afraid to listen with open minds to the wisdom of your fellow truth seekers.May the new year bring challenges and achievements, opportunities and fulfilment in your personal and public lives. May...