It seems that the ability to communicate and attempt to understand other perspectives or extend the benefit of the doubt have disappeared. I am sure that we all have heard about the "Cancel Culture" in political discussion but I am taking this aside from politics or today's opposing factions and want to discuss old fashioned courtesy, compassion and having a forgiving heart.
I think that it safe to say that everyone has committed acts or said things that they later regret. It may be something that was directed at a loved one, a neighbor, friend, coworker or total stranger. To continue to punish each other years if not decades or centuries later is ineffective and harmful. Most of the major religions of the world (Christianity, Buddhism. Hinduism and Isalm) teach about forgiveness yet it seems that we all seem to forget or ignore those teachings when we feel "disrespected" or we believe that an injustice has taken place. It is time to stop the fighting and find a way to make progress rather than anger each other.
Rotary Club teaches the 4 Way Test to filter our words through. Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill & better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
Perhaps this is an ideal that we should all strive to follow!
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