Shakin my Head

It's no wonder that I am sceptical about the longevity of the human condition. Please allow me to explain.

It has been proven several times in our history (both written and in lore), that a peacefule society that is balanced in resources is the most enduring. But as history also notes, humans have been incapable, thus far, in doing so. We are inherently greedy, vindictive, and violent.

I also shake my head because we have the capacity to annihilate ourselves as we have never before to end life as we know it. And yet, we are unable to change. Because we are inherently greedy, vindictive, and violent.

You see, it takes an effort to choose good and be good. Really not much of one, but effort nonetheless. Evil is simple; it is practiced without effort. And I mean evil to be include those who practice the art of greed and violence. One must choose NOT to act malevolently.

Even neglecting to attempt to contemplate the possibility that your actions could have a negative impact on another is far more common than exhibiting regard for others.

If we allow others to act in this manner, without retribution, then we will destroy our global civilization and either start from the basics, or not begin again at all. I'm really starting to believe that it will be the latter.

Sometimes, I just shake my head.