Saturday, August 20, 2005
POLICIES: Do they help or hurt??
Every organization has policies. These rules and guidelines are put in place to help people. Is this true? As a general rule, I would have to say YES!! Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Right now, I live in a community which prohibits play equipment for children. How can this help people? This policy actually hurts the children in the neighborhood. This poor kids are so bored, some have turned to crime. By these kids turning to crime, it actually hurts the community in the long run.
This is just one example of policies which hurt people. Another one would be rules concerning harassment and discrimation. There is no way to truly prove or dissprove these actions. That makes it extremely hard for the others in the community. Because of the policies, there are innocent people getting screwed in the deal. These people have nothing to do with whatever the problem may be, they are caught in the middle by either assocation or just living in the community.
This has to stop or the community will continue to go downhill. Soon, there will be only criminals and vagrants, not the type of person you want your family living next door too.
This is just one example of policies which hurt people. Another one would be rules concerning harassment and discrimation. There is no way to truly prove or dissprove these actions. That makes it extremely hard for the others in the community. Because of the policies, there are innocent people getting screwed in the deal. These people have nothing to do with whatever the problem may be, they are caught in the middle by either assocation or just living in the community.
This has to stop or the community will continue to go downhill. Soon, there will be only criminals and vagrants, not the type of person you want your family living next door too.
Friday, August 05, 2005
Can People truly Get Along?
Can people get along? This question has deeper meaning that what meets the eye. On the outside, you will see people who look like the best of friends. It may look like a wonderfully relationship. These two people may look like they can tackle anything.
But is what is portrayed really what is happening? Each relationship is different. What one person sees as being rude and totally mistreated may, in fact, be those people's way of thinking. That may be what makes their relationship work. You can never judge a person by their looks or first impressions.
To do this will result in the loss of many TRUE friends. For some people, myself included, some of my best friends have come from people I thought I would hate or just tolerate. First impressions can make/break a person. That is just wrong. You need to treat those as you want to be treated and give second chances once in awhile. Only then will you be able to have any truly meaningful relationships.
But is what is portrayed really what is happening? Each relationship is different. What one person sees as being rude and totally mistreated may, in fact, be those people's way of thinking. That may be what makes their relationship work. You can never judge a person by their looks or first impressions.
To do this will result in the loss of many TRUE friends. For some people, myself included, some of my best friends have come from people I thought I would hate or just tolerate. First impressions can make/break a person. That is just wrong. You need to treat those as you want to be treated and give second chances once in awhile. Only then will you be able to have any truly meaningful relationships.
FRIENDS: Are They Worth the Effort?
Friends, are they worth the effort? That seems to be an easy question for most. The answer would be YES!! Unfortunately, this isn't always the case. There are people out there who would have you believe they are your friend and turn around and stab you in the back.
These horrid people are not always so easy to spot. They will do almost anything in the beginning, but as time goes by, you will begin to see subtle changes. These changes may not show up for some time, or you may just not notice them, the changes are so subtle.
What can be done? Not a damn thing, that is the sad part. Some people are just evil in this way. They do not care who they hurt, or what they do, just as long as they get what they want. So my advice to whoever may be reading, is JUST BE CAREFUL!! There is no real way to spot these people until it is too late.
These horrid people are not always so easy to spot. They will do almost anything in the beginning, but as time goes by, you will begin to see subtle changes. These changes may not show up for some time, or you may just not notice them, the changes are so subtle.
What can be done? Not a damn thing, that is the sad part. Some people are just evil in this way. They do not care who they hurt, or what they do, just as long as they get what they want. So my advice to whoever may be reading, is JUST BE CAREFUL!! There is no real way to spot these people until it is too late.
Wednesday, August 03, 2005
Neighbors: Are They Worth The Hassle?
Everybody has neighbors. Some are lucky enough to get along with their neighbors. Others have the unfortunate luck of having neighbors who do nothing but cause trouble. This is wrong. How can it be changed?
That is the question which has been bothering people for many years now. For those who are lucky, this is a question which do not come up very often. For people like myself, neighbors are always on the lookout to start trouble. There are some steps to avoiding these type of people.
You can just ignore them. It seems that the longer you ignore your neighbors, the more upset and bothered they will become. This has its drawbacks though. An upset neighbor has the power to cause loads of trouble for your family. They can go as far as too try to make you lose your housing. This may be wrong, but its the way it goes.
You could try to kill them with kindness. For some, it will work. For others, you need to be very careful. These people can be ruthless. They do not care who they have to hurt, just as long as they are the center of attention.
There is no easy way to deal with neighbors. Whatever you decide to do, your best bet is to be careful. Do not open your home to these people. You can be friendly, but be forewarned. You neighbor will almost always have something brewing to cause you even more grief and trouble.
That is the question which has been bothering people for many years now. For those who are lucky, this is a question which do not come up very often. For people like myself, neighbors are always on the lookout to start trouble. There are some steps to avoiding these type of people.
You can just ignore them. It seems that the longer you ignore your neighbors, the more upset and bothered they will become. This has its drawbacks though. An upset neighbor has the power to cause loads of trouble for your family. They can go as far as too try to make you lose your housing. This may be wrong, but its the way it goes.
You could try to kill them with kindness. For some, it will work. For others, you need to be very careful. These people can be ruthless. They do not care who they have to hurt, just as long as they are the center of attention.
There is no easy way to deal with neighbors. Whatever you decide to do, your best bet is to be careful. Do not open your home to these people. You can be friendly, but be forewarned. You neighbor will almost always have something brewing to cause you even more grief and trouble.
