In my international politics class, we talk a lot about humanitarian crises throughout the world, and it got me thinking a lot about how many of us are guilty of dissociating from the suffering of others across the world simply because it does not actively affect us and is so far away. I wanted to express this. I never want to strongly express things in the form of resentment and negativity when it’s possible to advocate for change. Of course, this is really difficult at times, but I think that’s a part of being human and trying to improve for the better.

 

When I started writing this time, I wanted to convey the positives. I wanted to provide examples of the truly amazing things we are capable of when we work together and show empathy for everyone around the world. Additionally, I wanted to express the conflict I felt on the matter and how it makes me feel. By trying to write honestly and realistically, I want to convey the message that failures to be always do the best thing are completely part of being human, and when we refuse to talk about these failures, we isolate from each other. I feel like this stigmatizes honesty about our shortcomings and makes it harder to outright admit weakness and ask for help to improve. I realize this kinda strayed away from the initial problem I wanted to tackle, but like I said, I want to write honestly. This is the direction that my brain veered into because it’s an issue that is very close to my heart, and tends to be at the forefront of my mind. I think all it really takes is learning to create a balance.