As children, we are taught not to question authority. Experts are said to tell truths, ones in which the masses should agree to. Are we a bunch of sheep? Should we not be independent thinkers? Nobody doubted the credibility of Bernie Madoff, not for 25 years! Nobody questioned Enron, whose bonds rated AAA right before they filed bankruptcy! Are we taught not to question authority so that those on top stay on top?
Do we dare read behind pacifying words and question their meaning? If we do, we may not get that promotion; we might look like a troublemaker, or even hurt friendships!
Wait, who cares!! At what cost are you willing to compromise your beliefs or moral standards?
I am an idealist at heart, but to be honest, nothing is ideal! It’s unfortunate that the world we live in is filled with people who don’t hold themselves up to the same standards as others. But, that’s reality!
It isn’t negative to speak your mind as long as you do it with respect. Question your professor, their human like the rest of us, they make mistakes. Question your boss, maybe they don’t realize how unfair their actions are. Question your mother or father, maybe their views are a little out dated. The key is the way you communicate to others. (Something I’m not always perfect at)
I will continue to be an idealist and see the world glow with perfection, but I will do so with more insight. I will not believe everything see or hear, I will look beyond the parameters I am accustomed to. I will promote arguments, discussions, and debates, because that’s how we expand our minds! Will you do the same?
