15.7.08

Right v. Wrong

What's the difference between right and wrong? Where do we draw a line between good and evil? How can one person feel fine with doing something and I feel terrible afterwards?

It's all about perspective. What you believe. What you perceive. We aren't born with a sense of morals. If someone grows up on a remote island where cannibalism is practiced they won't think anything is wrong with eating their best friend for dinner. Meanwhile here in the U.S. its ridiculous to even ponder.

So where do our morals come from? Our surroundings. Parents, friends, T.V. etc. What you see around you will build your perception on what's right and what's wrong. Movies and T.V. shows are filled with people seeking revenge, therefore people see revenge as something that's normal, almost expected. Meanwhile I see revenge as the worst possible solution to a problem and use grace as my weapon of choice. Am I better than you for that? No...it's simply what I believe. People that live in a place filled with drugs and alcohol will most likely think its ok to do them. They don't have parents and commercials telling them it's "wrong" and therefore will think nothing wrong.

So its up to you to decide what is right or wrong for yourself. Whatever you believe, and whoever you believe in will have the biggest influence. It's all about perception. There is no such thing as absolute right and wrong in this world. I could tell you what I believe, but if you've read any of my other posts, you've probably gathered a good idea. Just make sure that your perception is your perception. For your reasons, not other peoples. Gather your own morals. Find things out on your own. Never let someone else tell you how to live your life.

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