Stand for Something

Too often we are not held responsible for the actions we do, thinking that just because we have a constitutional right means we can exercise those rights without consequences for our actions taken. While our country was built on freedom to bear arms, we as gun owners must uphold safety by becoming properly trained and aware of the very real danger that guns can pose when handled inappropriately. While free speech was something our forefathers fought for us, we all know we cannot use our voices to make idle threats as a joke and not be punished for acting so foolishly. 

Our leaders have to be stronger and break through the noise of the masses, as they are the examples for which we , the masses, are going to follow. We need to choose these people with great attention to their actions and reactions, rather than just their words and promises of the future. We have to present our narrative with logic and facts, not disputing with emotionally charged opinions in order to "always be right". Our voice needs to carry with loudness when it is educated and engaging in a healthy way, not just to rile up a crowd with controversy. We should share our opinions in a manner to attract like people we can enjoy sharing with rather than always seeking out division amongst common people. 

A mindset shift is all it takes to turn a bad situation into a fruitful or interesting conversation. We still have to be the responsible adult in any situation and act with integrity and honesty, especially when it involves our children too young and undeveloped to make their own choices safely and accordingly in society. We have to mentor them and show them how they should respond, showcasing we are capable of accountability and they should uphold that sense of good character as well. Nowadays though, too many people rely on blaming others in order to avoid accountability for their own humiliating actions. They panic and react in a way that makes the situation even more complicated because they do not continue educating and building experience in a consistent manner often enough to rely on performing by default of the body. 

Perception is different from each person's point of view based on their own experiences and abilities to process what is going on in their environment. Maturity is granted to us in levels as we continue to grow from our experiences and learn lessons from previous mistakes. Use your tools and skills acquired in life and keep staying informed so that you can teach others what matters most with true facts and rational decisions. Leadership should have a hierarchy based on age and experience in the household, yet man and wife should not be a means of division via power. There should be a healthy balance with a natural ebb and flow between partners that keeps them both active and engaging, yet accountable to contribute and teach the children their roles and responsibilities to the family as individuals as well as a parenting pair. Always remember: if you can't stand for something, you'll kneel for anything.