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Stand up for Your Beliefs - Here's Why

     Throughout my life, I have noticed people are often quick to follow someone else's lead.  The older I became, the more I realized this behavior was linked to comfort.  Of course, there is nothing wrong with wanting to be comfortable, but it is often used as an incentive to benefit those who seek power, opportunity, and control.  When someone or something provides comfort to others, the people who "benefit" will defend the source.  They believe they are better off as a result of this source, and as such, they will do whatever they need to do to maintain it.  Sometimes, this can mean suppressing one's own thoughts, opinions, and beliefs.  Some are afraid to discuss their views as a result of violence, hatred, and propaganda.  Speaking up could run the risk of being ridiculed, judged, being subject to violence, and most noticeably, losing a structured, comfortable livelihood.
     Basic human rights dictate people have the freedom of opinion and expression.  We should not be forced into living a life of discretion nor should we ever stand for it.  We deserve to speak our minds, share our thoughts, and be open with our opinions without fearing punishment.  This is why comfort is so dangerous, it limits progression.  People avoid speaking their minds at school, work, and in public for fear of backlash and resentment.  They tell themselves there is too much to lose or being put in an uncomfortable position is not worth the energy.
     The problem with this way of thinking is that it prevents change.  Those who stand up for what they believe in can make a difference within their community, society, or the world.  When we choose to stand up for our beliefs, we are taking power away from the charlatans and giving it to ourselves.  We show the world one way of thinking is not always the right way.  If more people followed this advice then the world would not be so ignorant of others' beliefs.  Those who use comfort for gain would not have as tight of a hold on others.  We should always be willing to break away from the status quo, be a free thinker, and live our lives outside of fear.
     We, as individuals, should never settle.  When we settle, we 'put all of our eggs into one basket' so to speak.  We allow others to dictate our actions, thoughts, and overall lives, often using that a means of control.  Growing is our only option if we want to not only be happy but make a difference.  Remember to break the barries, always fight for what you believe in, and defend yourself.  Most importantly, never let anyone control your happiness in life.

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