We all do it, whether we’re aware of it or not. It is an inevitable human habit. I wonder why we “humans” tend to do it. Why do we make snap judgments on people everyday? Why can’t we accept people as they are? Why can’t we stop categorizing them, think less of them or make perceptions about them according to their appearance, race, culture, religion, nationality, or by who their relatives are? Is it because of a past experience with someone who is in a way the same? Is it the media that has convinced us to dislike certain people by presenting their image in an unlikable way? Are we that prejudice and superficial that we come to the conclusion about other people’s characters without even knowing them? Or are we just so cruel to the extent that we are using people to have fun?!
Judgment has turned us into a superficial world that only cares about “looks” and nothing else. Most people spend tremendous amount of time, money, and energy trying to get that “perfect” look to impress others. This drives our attention from imperative things like ethics, principles, honesty and values. These are the things that will matter the most in the end.
It’s ok to feel comfortable with people that have the same values, background, taste, or social class as us, but then we shouldn’t avoid others who are just “different”. Human nature tends to repel things (or people, in this case) it thinks of as “bad”, so when we set preconceived ideas about people, we get rid of any chance of getting to know them.
We all need to be loved, respected, listened to and most importantly understood in order to survive this life. Some people may be shy or find it difficult to open up, or they’re just not themselves when they meet new people. We must make an effort to understand people. We must realize that each person is different and has his or her own values and beliefs. We should respect that and give them a chance to express themselves.
We should start to look at things deeply and not superficially. We must keep in mind that we “humans” are all equal, we are all made by one creator, and we’re all born pure, and in whatever way life changes people, it is none of our business!!
And for all those who feel that they are being judged: “Stop trying to fit in, when you were born to stand out."
Classy doc
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Reminds me of what Hamza Youssef once said:
Judging people is a CRISIS!
It destroys them.
I Like the title
classy!!
..Vintage Doc
Judging people IS a crisis, but one that is surprisingly VERY hard to avoid.. Even when we're aware of everything we say or do, our subconscious is actively trying to figure those around us out, and while doing that it's nearly impossible to avoid "judging" them.
The way i see it, we should try, keep trying, and never stop trying to NOT judge others. Give them the benefit of the doubt. Don't let appearances fool you. Look at the deeper picture. And if you're going to judge something, judge yourself and your actions, and strive to mend your faults. We might as well make "use" of the crisis since we're prone to facing it ;P
Savvy.
Good for people to know.
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