The carnage, bloodshed, human violation and discriminations that disagreements bring seem unreasonable to us but shouldn’t we also not overlook the weapons manufacturers’ contribution to the cruelty against humanity. A lot of relationships are defined by common interest, material gains amongst others. The influence of others action on events around us may become a determinant in what make us seek an alliance with other people.
Conflicts, wars and homicide has become a regular component of the news these days , there are people who just want it to end peacefully without hurting innocent people and there are also people who are indifferent about who it affects if doesn’t affect their activities of daily living. As indifferent as we may try to be, one need to analyse the gains & damage conflict may bring and this is usually the basis on which allies and foes are made.
Openly pledging ammunition and humanitarian support isn’t a new thing to see and disturbingly, the offenders usually have access to the most sophisticated weapons. Weapon acquisition and wars tend to bring up questions of people living off the expense used to fund wars. External support may save lives and bring stability if all resources are effectively directed at the armed rebels and the law violators but this is usually almost impossible.
A country may write up volumes upon volumes of reasons why their economy isn’t flourishing, why unemployment is still rampant, how funds is not sufficient for some infrastructural needs and this same country pledge money , supply expensive weapons and manpower to a war. Providing support to war-stricken zones may seem like a good thing and at the same time in the wrong hands, it could have a devastating effect on the lives of people in contact.
Activism and education is not enough to tear people away from the grasp of cruelty, oppression and crime they have embraced and what to indulge in. being an activist is not enough to prepare one for the implications of some actions because change is after all a constant concept..
The human mind is our doom and solution. The ability to decide what is right and wrong is our guide and destruction. Our individual uniqueness makes us see the concept of fairness in different ways and daily we become self aware to the injustice we have endured and rise in action to stop it. As independent as we may claim to be, we rely on events, action of others to influence our decision making and thinking. Analysing different concept of life will make us realise that what is right and wrong is often dictated by the significance, people involved, the environment, and resources available.
Media manipulation is often cited as a great influence in human development and political stability of the people. Humans rely on communication with people and the environment for survival. Even the cruelest of minds desires the freedom to do whatever they wish without fear of conviction from the law and people. Knowing our reliance on communication to make decision about lifestyle, spirituality, cultural values and patriotism, there have been indications of media and communication mediums being used to spread false news as well as deliberating obfuscating stories that require prompt actions and awareness of the populace.
Self-awareness and evaluation is the only way out in this interconnected maze of madness and cruelty. Developing a sense of obligation towards humanity is a big step in achieving world peace. Reflection is necessary to make us fully understand the effect of our action on ourselves and others. Our survival instinct and desire to be on the top of the food chain shouldn’t overshadow our logical reasoning.
The world isn’t out of need for innovation, inventions and ideas so igniting wars and discord shouldn’t be an option to acquire wealth. We should channel that overwhelming passion into something productive and helpful to mankind and there will always be people willing to pay whatever exorbitant price we demand for our services.
Wars may seem inevitable but human life is irreplaceable so let us pool our funds and man power into safely evacuating people from their despair, providing them with all the security, physical and psychological needs they may have without discriminating against them. Providing help only based on what people have to offer is not wise since everyone has a role to play in our development, history and achievements.
Those mindlessly raining weapon on war stricken people rather than the masterminds behind it are even scarier than the war lord himself. Providing military support to the helpless civilians is a good thing and the media providing accurate, unbiased information about the progress of a situation is a better thing.
Open your mind, embrace the diversity around because the target may shift and you will need the actions and contribution of those whom you detest so much. As one problem is solved, another will arise because of our evolvement.
The world is not a monotonous place filled with people with the same colour, height, values, beliefs and genetic traits so we should realise that effective communication and consideration is vital for our survival.
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