It seems like everybody is talking about all the negativity, division, and hate going around this country. Ever since the 2016 election in particular it seems to have reached a fever pitch. Part of the problem is that so many of the people complaining about the division also help contribute to it.
The problem lies with us. As a people, we have allowed our differences to overcome our similarities and we have chosen to view those differences as weaknesses, rather than strength. We have allowed ourselves to be convinced that those different than us are evil. This is not the natural order, it is conditioning to keep us at each other’s throats in order to boost media ratings and keep elections competitive. Each of us has the puower to end the division and truly work toward changing our society and our world for the better, we just have to choose to do it.
I have reaffirmed my vow of nonviolence, and have also begun a vow to stop treating others negatively and instead spread positivity and light to the best of my ability. I am done being a part of the problem. It’s time to be part of the solution.