In a world increasingly driven by expectations and societal norms, the idea of dealing with people as they are, rather than how we expect them to be, holds transformative potential. While it’s easy to imagine a world where everyone adheres to a shared ideal, the reality is far more complex. To achieve lasting peace, we must shift our focus from how people should be to understanding and embracing how they are. By doing so, we can cultivate genuine empathy, foster meaningful connections, and navigate our differences in ways that strengthen rather than divide us. My view point begins with practical steps to engage with others on their own terms, and here’s how we can start. The burden of expectations. From a young age, we are conditioned to conform to certain standards and expectations. These can range from career choices and personal behavior to physical appearance and social interactions. While some expectations are necessary for societal functioning, many are arbitrary and can sti...
The distressing life comes with a range of challenges depression, lack of jobs, academic tension, drugs, diseases etc. On the flip side Life is a journey this is a fact that shouldn’t be swept under the carpet and ignored. And defiantly Just like any journey it comes with a range of challenges These challenges range from post-Grad problems. The post-grad challenges include the choice to continue studying or not, losing old friends and making new ones, comparing yourself to others, adulting, the post-Grad learning curve and funding your post grad life. Getting his/her initial job which may be hard to get because the job market now days is largely based on connections making it hard to win and make ends meet. . Problems in ones relationship arena. Since relationships mostly centered on money which is the most common issue that causes conflict in a relationship. Whether it’s having different financial resources, different views about the importance of money, or spending habits, money...
The Bible, a cornerstone of Christian faith, is filled with paradoxes—statements or teachings that appear contradictory at first glance but reveal deeper spiritual truths upon reflection. These paradoxes challenge human understanding and encourage believers to seek divine wisdom. This article explores the paradoxical nature of the Bible, focusing on themes such as alcohol consumption, polygamy, and relationships with non-believers, while citing relevant verses to illustrate these contrasts. Examples of Paradoxes in the Bible include the following; 1. Alcohol Consumption: In the bible alcohol was permitted yet condemned this is because the Bible presents a nuanced perspective on alcohol, permitting its consumption in some contexts while condemning it in others. Ø Permitting Alcohol Consumption: Jesus’ first recorded miracle was turning water into wine at the wedding in Cana. John 2:1-11 : "Then he told the...
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