Listener (Marsha) / Unknown

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Escaping Perfectionism

I go into Philadelphia once in a while to visit my friend, and I will often pass by homeless people on the sidewalk or leaning against a building.

Escaping Perfectionism

I'm uncomfortable just passing by without making any eye contact.

Escaping Perfectionism

But I also often am not in any position to give them any kind of a donation or help.

Escaping Perfectionism

It seems rude to walk by, and yet I'm not sure how it would feel to look them in the eye or acknowledge them and then continue to walk on.

Escaping Perfectionism

What's the best way to handle this kind of a situation?