It seems that our society has abandoned civil conversations, at least as far as politics are concerned. It’s sad and will eventually destroy our country if we don’t take personal responsibility and be open minded to accept different opinions. Agree to disagree, but, at least: Let’s talk.
Unfortunately todays society has emerged as individualistic, self serving, and uncharitable. We look to categorize and join groups that point out differences rather than show similarities.
How do we convey that it really feels good to do and give to others, rather than receive. Where has altruism gone? The satisfaction that comes with working hard, raising a family and contributing to society in any way we can is something that needs to be ingrained.
I agree, it starts with us as individuals.
As you stated we need to take it down to a personal level and have conversations with individuals who totally disagree with you or have a different view point and I can still be friends with you! One way to change the hatred and divisiveness that plagues our country is through the future generation. As parents we need to teach and show our children that we need to make a concerted effort to make the world a better place. We need to convey the message no matter how privileged people are they are no better than anyone else. This starts at an early age. I feel the more we expose them and show by example the better. We must learn to find common ground and work together. It may not feel like much but shaping the next generation is a challenge and it starts right in our own homes.
Yes! The exposure seems to be everything. Reminds me of that Mark Twain quote that "travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one's lifetime."
It seems that our society has abandoned civil conversations, at least as far as politics are concerned. It’s sad and will eventually destroy our country if we don’t take personal responsibility and be open minded to accept different opinions. Agree to disagree, but, at least: Let’s talk.
Couldn't agree more. And it's just fun to have a good conversation.
Unfortunately todays society has emerged as individualistic, self serving, and uncharitable. We look to categorize and join groups that point out differences rather than show similarities.
How do we convey that it really feels good to do and give to others, rather than receive. Where has altruism gone? The satisfaction that comes with working hard, raising a family and contributing to society in any way we can is something that needs to be ingrained.
I agree, it starts with us as individuals.
As you stated we need to take it down to a personal level and have conversations with individuals who totally disagree with you or have a different view point and I can still be friends with you! One way to change the hatred and divisiveness that plagues our country is through the future generation. As parents we need to teach and show our children that we need to make a concerted effort to make the world a better place. We need to convey the message no matter how privileged people are they are no better than anyone else. This starts at an early age. I feel the more we expose them and show by example the better. We must learn to find common ground and work together. It may not feel like much but shaping the next generation is a challenge and it starts right in our own homes.
Yes! The exposure seems to be everything. Reminds me of that Mark Twain quote that "travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one's lifetime."