It is amazing how often disagreements develop into an all out war? Humans have disagreed for thousands of years with each others opinion. Some of the greatest wars in our history escalated from a disagreement into decades of violence and bloodshed. Countless people have lost their homes, fortunes, relationships and even their precious lives over nonsense. Why does a disagreement have to result in separation, anger, hate or violence?
Exercising the right to disagree is as a necessary element of our success as a civilization. If we agreed with everything presented to us, there would be utter chaos in every corner of the earth. How many times have we allowed anger to get the best of us because a person refused to agree with our theory, idea or opinion? Even though I have not perfected accepting a disagreement, I am actively embracing this critical necessity. Numerous friends, families, couples and organizations have suffered loss because of one person's opinion. We can learn a lot from small children who refuse years of anger and debate upon recognizing a disagreement with a friend or sibling. Many Americans are still fighting against each other today as a result of a disagreement spoken years ago.
It is OK to voice your opinion if you are willing to be opposed. Should we allow ourselves to be overwhelmed with disgust if someone disagrees with us? Should a disagreement in a friendship develop into a physical altercation? Does a disagreement among married couples have to lead to a divorce? Why does a teenager who disagrees with a parent's idea of fun have to suffer punishment? Do we have to always be right? When is somebody going to agree with MY opinion? (Hmmm) Do you remember Rodney King's question, "Can't we all just get along"? My answer to that question would be an emphatic, "No!" We take highly overrated opinions to serious. What are your thoughts about the violent global war on disagreeing?
Marc L.
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