My wife is still sleeping and I am sitting on the couch with my dogs. Amazing animals. We spoil them as much as possible and they are truly our best friends. No matter the circumstance, they always remain full of unconditional love and work with us to improve our quality of life. There are often times when I cannot say that of my fellow human being.
Humans are a strange breed. When tragedy strikes, many come out of the woodwork and from behind the shadows to jump in and assist without hesitation, while others see the event as an opportunity for self gain. Looting, robbing, defacing, etc. Why is there such contrast? What makes one think, react and behave the way they do. Society, community, culture, friends...this list of contributors is long and each has every bit an impact as the other. It's complicated.
We need each other to survive, yet we desire to be individuals. We want to be self sufficient and independent, but that can not truly be. We will always need someting that another has to offer, whether it be materialistic goods or intellectual knowledge. So why is it that we compete in most everything we do (climbing the corporate ladder, excelling at sports or our occupations, having the best "toys")? It really shouldn't be as complicated as we make it. If we could sit back and clearly understand that we, as individuals, have our own set of contributing skills and knowledge, imagine how successful we all would be as a cooperative whole. Instead of seeing anothers weakness as a an opportunity for personal gain, seek out the strengths in everyone and work in a cooperative effort to acheive success, however it is individually defined, for everyone.
Imagine how that would improve all of our relationships. Co-workers, friends, spouses, neighbors, classmates...imagine the possibilities if we could honestly be unconditional and non-jugemental. Does human nature allow us to be that way? Are you capable?
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