Most Important Why
By Jasmine Corbett
I’ve been questioning love lately, which led me to wonder what people are passionate about. What is love? How important is it without us even realizing how much it drives us in life? It is interesting to me how people are more concerned about certain things than others, which is why I didn’t settle on one specific topic. I asked a few of my closest friends, “What is your most important ‘why’?”
Because scientists, and other people of brilliance, make it seem like there has to be an answer for everything, people avoid the bigger, and most of the time, more important questions that seem to be more difficult to answer without supporting evidence. Thus we have this never ending list of ‘whys.’ Why is there racism? Why is there religion? Why are we here? When it comes to the question ‘why,’ I think about many things, but I never quite realized the relationship between every question that begins that way. This theory might be confusing to some, and the only way to understand it is by questioning your own questions.
Racism: a belief or doctrine that inherent differences among the various human races determine cultural or individual achievement, usually involving the idea that one's own race is superior and has the right to rule others.
In 4th grade, my friend, who will be known as “A,” was personally introduced to racism. Her teacher told the class that Jesus was white. How is an eight-year-old supposed to feel being the only black girl in the class, an entire class staring, wondering what’s wrong with her, and she believing something is wrong? Now, the affects could be worse on her than the initial statement from the teacher.
“A” asks me, “Why did racism start? What is the point if everyone’s supposed to be equal?”
Did you ever try to put yourself in their shoes?
“If were a part of the majority race, I would feel the same. If white people feel
that way, then I would.”
Let’s think about the first people that thought of other people being lower than them. It wasn’t white people. Blacks have treated their own as slaves in the past, as well as Egyptians, and we can’t forget the Germans against the Jews. What do you think the white people were thinking when they first saw the Native Americans?
“I don’t know.”
Maybe they were thinking they needed to protect their people. They came to America in search of land and found these strangers, the Native Americans, who didn’t speak their language or dress the same or have the same beliefs or traditions. I’m sure they all were scared of the other. Neither of them knew the others’ intentions. Maybe white people didn’t want to treat them the way they did.
What do you think they were thinking? What would be your solution?
“I don’t know. Go somewhere else. Live together. Not slavery.”
“A” is a closed-minded individual, and I wouldn’t be able to call her one of my best friends if I couldn’t tell her these things or hear what she has to say about
me. If there were a picture next to the word ‘doubt’ in the dictionary, there would be her face. She is always protecting herself, always defensive. I knew that she was very opinionated about racism because she can take any situation and turn it into something that might seem
discriminatory, but I wasn’t aware that she had a mutual feeling.
I continue the conversation with “A”: People can’t agree. Everyone can agree with that. So, for that reason there has to be separation; there has to be people on top and people on the bottom. You can’t live with people who you don’t understand without there being tension and discrimination. What do you think makes white people the so-called majority race?
"They act a certain way and they think that black people are wild and expect them to act a certain way, but it’s only because of where they grew up. A person’s
environment reflects who they are and how they act. White people don’t live in the ghetto, so they don’t act ghetto. White is professional. They want
everyone to be like them, and since they are the majority race, I have to be like them to be successful in life.
White is professional? You don’t need to act white to become successful. If that was the case, why would you want to be
professional?
“I want to be professional because I want a good life.”
But then you would be acting like them.
“I would show I’m different by showing I’m not white.”
"But that would be unprofessional, right?"
"I would blame myself for letting them take me out of character."
Why would you come out of character?
Because they expect a black person to come out of character anyway.
How do you know?
"I know from personal experience. The way they talk to me and treat me. Even when I’m being nice to them and respectful, I never get it in return. But when I lose my composure, they treat me right."
How is that taking you out of character? Wouldn’t being professional, as you define it, be taking you out of character?
“I have to hold myself to a certain standard, and they made that standard being like them, so that’s what I have to do.”
How would it be if everyone tried to be the same?
“No individuality. No differences. It would be boring.”
Exactly. So, black people shouldn’t try to be like white people.
"White people make black people act like them. Black people have bad thoughts about black people because of white people. When black people say that they hate how other black people act, it makes us look bad."
What about white people that act black?
“It doesn’t matter about a white person because they already have the position.”
So they can act however they want because they’re white?
“Yup.”
Wow. So, if you have to act white to be professional, but they expect you to come out of character anyway, why not just be yourself? You don’t have to say anything to them.
“If you keep biting your tongue, you’re going to bite it off.”
Why do you put all white people in the same category? Why can’t you just have a general love for people?
“I like some white people.”
But you say that all white people are the same.
"They are. I try not to care because white people are so ready to judge me for being black."
Where do you think this hate toward them came from?
"My dad and his side of the family are the same way. I guess I get it from them and what I been through. Ever since my teacher told my class that Jesus is white, I always felt targeted by white people."
Do you feel like this interview changed your mind about anything?
“Because of this interview, I will strive to change.”
Religion: a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe, especially when considered as the creation of a superhuman agency or agencies, usually involving devotional and ritual observances, and often containing a moral code governing the conduct of human affairs.
“B” is a very spiritual person. He grew up in church and his father is a pastor, so he has a strong religious foundation and Christian beliefs. Being a Christian myself and growing up in the church, I understand how difficult it is to accept other religions.
“B” asks me, “Why are there different religions? If you don’t believe in God, you go to hell.”
I believe everything happens for a reason. There is a reason for different religions, but the thing is they all think they are in the right one. They all believe in God, though, or at least some kind of God. People just can’t agree; that’s why there are so many. Do you think that people with different religions will go to heaven?
“I don’t know. Jesus was Jewish, so I guess so.”
So, Jews are in Heaven. Are there Christians? Muslims?
"I don’t know."
What if we are in the wrong religion?
“I would be disappointed and heartbroken. I just do what I have to do to be a good person.”
So, all good people go to heaven? What about someone who does good things, but doesn’t believe in God? Or what about someone who isn’t generally a nice person, but believes and reads the Bible? What does it take to get into heaven?
“Being a good person, loving and having faith.”
Which do you think is more important?
“Love is most important.”
What is the relationship between love and faith?
“Your relationship with God. If you have a good relationship with God, you will learn to have faith. In the Bible it talks about the different loves of God Agape love is the love God has for us.”
Do you think there are different loves between people?
“Yeah. There’s lust, love of the flesh. Spiritual love, that’s another level past physical love. Unconditional love, which is the strongest love, nothing can break that.”
What’s the difference between God’s unconditional love and man’s unconditional love?
"I don’t know."
I don’t think there’s such a thing as man having unconditional love. I only think God can have unconditional love. We have so many flaws; we aren’t capable of that kind of love.
“I think my mom has unconditional love for my dad. He put her through so much, and she’s still here for him.”
Okay, but do you think she’s able to love him unconditionally without her love for God?
"No."
Do you think God gave us lust?
“No. Lust is an evil spirit. They are evil thoughts from the devil.”
So, it’s our choice which love we choose. Lust being evil, unconditional being Godly, and spiritual being intellectual, maybe, but they all tie together. God created everything, so I don’t find it hard to believe God created lust, or evil thoughts. Rather He allowed there to be evil, the same way He allows us to make choices. Why do you think there is free will?
"God wanted to give us choices so we can choose to follow Him".
But He could easily make it obvious to everyone that it is the right thing to follow Him, and He could easily not allow any evil to happen, but then there would be no point to living. We are Christians and believe we are in the right religion and that we are going to heaven, but we know that Jesus is in heaven and He is Jewish. We don’t know if Jews are the only ones who can get into heaven, but they believe they will. So, technically shouldn’t everyone want to be Jewish, since that’s what Jesus is? I don’t even know why I’m Christian but I feel that I’m right. I feel that I am doing right and believing in the right things and I think that should be enough. I don’t think the different religious titles will matter in heaven, the same way that God sees all sins as being equal. Do you think there are murderers in heaven if they asked God for forgiveness? Do you think there are gay people in heaven?
"I think anyone can go to heaven if they ask God for forgiveness. So, people that were once gay will go to heaven after God changes them."
So, gay people have to be changed before they can go to heaven, but you can’t change a murder. What makes being gay different?
“Sex is for reproduction.”
What about people who say they are born gay? Why do you think they like it?
“Lust.”
But straight people have sex all the time. Isn’t that the same sin? Pre-marital sex? I just don’t understand the difference. Is it worse because they are gay and also having pre-marital sex? So, because they are committing two sins they are worse? But what about all the other sins? A sin is a sin, right? So, what if this gay person is only gay and other than that she or he is a good person, loving and Christian, but they are worse than me because I’m straight, even though I drink and smoke and lie? That doesn’t make sense to me. I think everyone might have their own specific sins that they need to overcome or live through after asking forgiveness. Even if a gay Christian knows it isn’t God’s way to be the way they are, they may still ask for forgiveness just because it’s something they are still working on overcoming. Do you think God created sins just so we can prove to Him that we can overcome them?
“I don’t know.”
Is it possible for you to one day come to terms with that idea?
“Yes.”
Purpose: the reason for which something exists or is done, made, used, etc.
My friend, who will be known as “C”, is a lot like me. We think a lot about reasoning and what it means to be in certain positions in life. I know he’s from a bad neighborhood, and it means a lot to him and his family for him to be in college, but now that he’s about to graduate, all of these years seem somewhat pointless.
“Why am I still here? What am I waiting for?” “C” asks me.
What do you mean? You want to know your significance?
“Yeah. I want to know what my future is going to be like.”
Well, I’m a go-with-the-flow type of person; I don’t really think about the future much, but I do believe that everyone is here for a reason and everything you do is a step toward that purpose. Do you believe that?
“I’m a heavy Christian. I believe in fate and God being in control. Last year, I wasn’t making much progress. I felt like I needed an escape route especially from home. I think about this all the time; why am I here?”
Do you see any change in yourself?
“Yeah. I’m smarter and wiser.”
So, you’re progressing. You can’t rush purpose to show. It comes when it’s supposed to; always on time. Why do you think you are alive?
“To get an education, get a good job, and take care of my family and close friends.”
Really? What do you think will happen if that doesn’t work out?
“If I don’t get the education, I’ll be living with my mom until I’m 25. I’ll have a decent job, 9 to 5, and I might have a hustle on the side.”
So, what will be your reason for being alive if that happens?
"I still will be taking care of my family and friends."
But not how you want to.
"I mean, I could do more for them if I were successful, making $50,000 a year, but I’m always going to do what I can for them. I just want to be happy and I want them to be happy."
Don’t you think you will always be wondering how things are going to turn out?
“No, I won’t be asking this question my whole life.”
Shouldn’t you always want to take care of your family and friends, though? You shouldn’t see that as your purpose in life; that’s just something you should do. It seems like you’re just trying to rush the future, when you need to be worried about the moment and what you are doing to better your future. You need to be patient to find out what your life will be like. No one who lives knows. Maybe that’s the reason you’re still in school. You need to learn to be patient.
“I’m tired of being patient. This could be a lesson, but the set-backs are what make me worry about it.”
I understand that. Do you stop because something bad happens, though?
“No, you keep going.”
Ok, so, if you already know that, then what is your question?
“Why I am here is my important why.”
What’s motivating you to keep going?
“I’m anxious. I’m trying to see what God has in store for me, for us, good or bad.”
Ok, but what makes you anxious?
My talents and creativity. I want to know if I’ll be known for what I love to do.
What is that?
“I want to do something with music, with producing.”
How is that going to help you figure out your purpose in life?
“I’m driven by love, care and happiness. I’m a giver. That’s what makes me happy. I would love to see everyone in the world happy and I believe my talent can make people happy.”
That’s good. It is scary to think about.
“A lot of people have scary thoughts.”
I’m sure everyone does. Are you scared?
Yeah. I can see it getting better, though. The patience will make everything sweeter. People are impatient, but I’m proud of myself because two years ago I would have been asking the same question, except I would be tired of being here."
So, you’re more anxious than tired? Then why can’t you just think positive and not worry so much?
“I can’t think positive or be strong all the time.”
You’re right, you can’t. You can try, though. If you make it and you’re happy and everyone you care about is happy, what will be your purpose then?
"I don’t know. Keep doing it; keep making people happy."
You don’t think it’s deeper than that?
“No."
So, the only reason you are here, and you are going through all of these things is to inspire people?
“I don’t want to inspire people; I want to help.”
I wasn’t saying that as a bad thing, but I think inspiring and helping could be the same thing. They’re both good things to live for, I think. But what did you get out of this interview?
I’m blinder than I think I am. I need to put more detail into what I want to do. Give more thought for my plans for the future and what will come out of it. I need to break down my future choices.
Is it so difficult to accept how different people are and their opinions? We all have someone we love and would want them to be treated with respect and care, but we let our thoughts and feelings get in the way of how we treat others. You can never know everything about a person. Who they are, what they’ve been through, who they will become, you never know. Don’t you think that if you question your own existence, then everyone else is wondering the same? We all started out the same way by being born, and can’t even explain that “why”, so why worry? Why judge? Why try to explain things that aren’t for us to explain?
Because scientists, and other people of brilliance, make it seem like there has to be an answer for everything, people avoid the bigger, and most of the time, more important questions that seem to be more difficult to answer without supporting evidence. Thus we have this never ending list of ‘whys.’ Why is there racism? Why is there religion? Why are we here? When it comes to the question ‘why,’ I think about many things, but I never quite realized the relationship between every question that begins that way. This theory might be confusing to some, and the only way to understand it is by questioning your own questions.
Racism: a belief or doctrine that inherent differences among the various human races determine cultural or individual achievement, usually involving the idea that one's own race is superior and has the right to rule others.
In 4th grade, my friend, who will be known as “A,” was personally introduced to racism. Her teacher told the class that Jesus was white. How is an eight-year-old supposed to feel being the only black girl in the class, an entire class staring, wondering what’s wrong with her, and she believing something is wrong? Now, the affects could be worse on her than the initial statement from the teacher.
“A” asks me, “Why did racism start? What is the point if everyone’s supposed to be equal?”
Did you ever try to put yourself in their shoes?
“If were a part of the majority race, I would feel the same. If white people feel
that way, then I would.”
Let’s think about the first people that thought of other people being lower than them. It wasn’t white people. Blacks have treated their own as slaves in the past, as well as Egyptians, and we can’t forget the Germans against the Jews. What do you think the white people were thinking when they first saw the Native Americans?
“I don’t know.”
Maybe they were thinking they needed to protect their people. They came to America in search of land and found these strangers, the Native Americans, who didn’t speak their language or dress the same or have the same beliefs or traditions. I’m sure they all were scared of the other. Neither of them knew the others’ intentions. Maybe white people didn’t want to treat them the way they did.
What do you think they were thinking? What would be your solution?
“I don’t know. Go somewhere else. Live together. Not slavery.”
“A” is a closed-minded individual, and I wouldn’t be able to call her one of my best friends if I couldn’t tell her these things or hear what she has to say about
me. If there were a picture next to the word ‘doubt’ in the dictionary, there would be her face. She is always protecting herself, always defensive. I knew that she was very opinionated about racism because she can take any situation and turn it into something that might seem
discriminatory, but I wasn’t aware that she had a mutual feeling.
I continue the conversation with “A”: People can’t agree. Everyone can agree with that. So, for that reason there has to be separation; there has to be people on top and people on the bottom. You can’t live with people who you don’t understand without there being tension and discrimination. What do you think makes white people the so-called majority race?
"They act a certain way and they think that black people are wild and expect them to act a certain way, but it’s only because of where they grew up. A person’s
environment reflects who they are and how they act. White people don’t live in the ghetto, so they don’t act ghetto. White is professional. They want
everyone to be like them, and since they are the majority race, I have to be like them to be successful in life.
White is professional? You don’t need to act white to become successful. If that was the case, why would you want to be
professional?
“I want to be professional because I want a good life.”
But then you would be acting like them.
“I would show I’m different by showing I’m not white.”
"But that would be unprofessional, right?"
"I would blame myself for letting them take me out of character."
Why would you come out of character?
Because they expect a black person to come out of character anyway.
How do you know?
"I know from personal experience. The way they talk to me and treat me. Even when I’m being nice to them and respectful, I never get it in return. But when I lose my composure, they treat me right."
How is that taking you out of character? Wouldn’t being professional, as you define it, be taking you out of character?
“I have to hold myself to a certain standard, and they made that standard being like them, so that’s what I have to do.”
How would it be if everyone tried to be the same?
“No individuality. No differences. It would be boring.”
Exactly. So, black people shouldn’t try to be like white people.
"White people make black people act like them. Black people have bad thoughts about black people because of white people. When black people say that they hate how other black people act, it makes us look bad."
What about white people that act black?
“It doesn’t matter about a white person because they already have the position.”
So they can act however they want because they’re white?
“Yup.”
Wow. So, if you have to act white to be professional, but they expect you to come out of character anyway, why not just be yourself? You don’t have to say anything to them.
“If you keep biting your tongue, you’re going to bite it off.”
Why do you put all white people in the same category? Why can’t you just have a general love for people?
“I like some white people.”
But you say that all white people are the same.
"They are. I try not to care because white people are so ready to judge me for being black."
Where do you think this hate toward them came from?
"My dad and his side of the family are the same way. I guess I get it from them and what I been through. Ever since my teacher told my class that Jesus is white, I always felt targeted by white people."
Do you feel like this interview changed your mind about anything?
“Because of this interview, I will strive to change.”
Religion: a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe, especially when considered as the creation of a superhuman agency or agencies, usually involving devotional and ritual observances, and often containing a moral code governing the conduct of human affairs.
“B” is a very spiritual person. He grew up in church and his father is a pastor, so he has a strong religious foundation and Christian beliefs. Being a Christian myself and growing up in the church, I understand how difficult it is to accept other religions.
“B” asks me, “Why are there different religions? If you don’t believe in God, you go to hell.”
I believe everything happens for a reason. There is a reason for different religions, but the thing is they all think they are in the right one. They all believe in God, though, or at least some kind of God. People just can’t agree; that’s why there are so many. Do you think that people with different religions will go to heaven?
“I don’t know. Jesus was Jewish, so I guess so.”
So, Jews are in Heaven. Are there Christians? Muslims?
"I don’t know."
What if we are in the wrong religion?
“I would be disappointed and heartbroken. I just do what I have to do to be a good person.”
So, all good people go to heaven? What about someone who does good things, but doesn’t believe in God? Or what about someone who isn’t generally a nice person, but believes and reads the Bible? What does it take to get into heaven?
“Being a good person, loving and having faith.”
Which do you think is more important?
“Love is most important.”
What is the relationship between love and faith?
“Your relationship with God. If you have a good relationship with God, you will learn to have faith. In the Bible it talks about the different loves of God Agape love is the love God has for us.”
Do you think there are different loves between people?
“Yeah. There’s lust, love of the flesh. Spiritual love, that’s another level past physical love. Unconditional love, which is the strongest love, nothing can break that.”
What’s the difference between God’s unconditional love and man’s unconditional love?
"I don’t know."
I don’t think there’s such a thing as man having unconditional love. I only think God can have unconditional love. We have so many flaws; we aren’t capable of that kind of love.
“I think my mom has unconditional love for my dad. He put her through so much, and she’s still here for him.”
Okay, but do you think she’s able to love him unconditionally without her love for God?
"No."
Do you think God gave us lust?
“No. Lust is an evil spirit. They are evil thoughts from the devil.”
So, it’s our choice which love we choose. Lust being evil, unconditional being Godly, and spiritual being intellectual, maybe, but they all tie together. God created everything, so I don’t find it hard to believe God created lust, or evil thoughts. Rather He allowed there to be evil, the same way He allows us to make choices. Why do you think there is free will?
"God wanted to give us choices so we can choose to follow Him".
But He could easily make it obvious to everyone that it is the right thing to follow Him, and He could easily not allow any evil to happen, but then there would be no point to living. We are Christians and believe we are in the right religion and that we are going to heaven, but we know that Jesus is in heaven and He is Jewish. We don’t know if Jews are the only ones who can get into heaven, but they believe they will. So, technically shouldn’t everyone want to be Jewish, since that’s what Jesus is? I don’t even know why I’m Christian but I feel that I’m right. I feel that I am doing right and believing in the right things and I think that should be enough. I don’t think the different religious titles will matter in heaven, the same way that God sees all sins as being equal. Do you think there are murderers in heaven if they asked God for forgiveness? Do you think there are gay people in heaven?
"I think anyone can go to heaven if they ask God for forgiveness. So, people that were once gay will go to heaven after God changes them."
So, gay people have to be changed before they can go to heaven, but you can’t change a murder. What makes being gay different?
“Sex is for reproduction.”
What about people who say they are born gay? Why do you think they like it?
“Lust.”
But straight people have sex all the time. Isn’t that the same sin? Pre-marital sex? I just don’t understand the difference. Is it worse because they are gay and also having pre-marital sex? So, because they are committing two sins they are worse? But what about all the other sins? A sin is a sin, right? So, what if this gay person is only gay and other than that she or he is a good person, loving and Christian, but they are worse than me because I’m straight, even though I drink and smoke and lie? That doesn’t make sense to me. I think everyone might have their own specific sins that they need to overcome or live through after asking forgiveness. Even if a gay Christian knows it isn’t God’s way to be the way they are, they may still ask for forgiveness just because it’s something they are still working on overcoming. Do you think God created sins just so we can prove to Him that we can overcome them?
“I don’t know.”
Is it possible for you to one day come to terms with that idea?
“Yes.”
Purpose: the reason for which something exists or is done, made, used, etc.
My friend, who will be known as “C”, is a lot like me. We think a lot about reasoning and what it means to be in certain positions in life. I know he’s from a bad neighborhood, and it means a lot to him and his family for him to be in college, but now that he’s about to graduate, all of these years seem somewhat pointless.
“Why am I still here? What am I waiting for?” “C” asks me.
What do you mean? You want to know your significance?
“Yeah. I want to know what my future is going to be like.”
Well, I’m a go-with-the-flow type of person; I don’t really think about the future much, but I do believe that everyone is here for a reason and everything you do is a step toward that purpose. Do you believe that?
“I’m a heavy Christian. I believe in fate and God being in control. Last year, I wasn’t making much progress. I felt like I needed an escape route especially from home. I think about this all the time; why am I here?”
Do you see any change in yourself?
“Yeah. I’m smarter and wiser.”
So, you’re progressing. You can’t rush purpose to show. It comes when it’s supposed to; always on time. Why do you think you are alive?
“To get an education, get a good job, and take care of my family and close friends.”
Really? What do you think will happen if that doesn’t work out?
“If I don’t get the education, I’ll be living with my mom until I’m 25. I’ll have a decent job, 9 to 5, and I might have a hustle on the side.”
So, what will be your reason for being alive if that happens?
"I still will be taking care of my family and friends."
But not how you want to.
"I mean, I could do more for them if I were successful, making $50,000 a year, but I’m always going to do what I can for them. I just want to be happy and I want them to be happy."
Don’t you think you will always be wondering how things are going to turn out?
“No, I won’t be asking this question my whole life.”
Shouldn’t you always want to take care of your family and friends, though? You shouldn’t see that as your purpose in life; that’s just something you should do. It seems like you’re just trying to rush the future, when you need to be worried about the moment and what you are doing to better your future. You need to be patient to find out what your life will be like. No one who lives knows. Maybe that’s the reason you’re still in school. You need to learn to be patient.
“I’m tired of being patient. This could be a lesson, but the set-backs are what make me worry about it.”
I understand that. Do you stop because something bad happens, though?
“No, you keep going.”
Ok, so, if you already know that, then what is your question?
“Why I am here is my important why.”
What’s motivating you to keep going?
“I’m anxious. I’m trying to see what God has in store for me, for us, good or bad.”
Ok, but what makes you anxious?
My talents and creativity. I want to know if I’ll be known for what I love to do.
What is that?
“I want to do something with music, with producing.”
How is that going to help you figure out your purpose in life?
“I’m driven by love, care and happiness. I’m a giver. That’s what makes me happy. I would love to see everyone in the world happy and I believe my talent can make people happy.”
That’s good. It is scary to think about.
“A lot of people have scary thoughts.”
I’m sure everyone does. Are you scared?
Yeah. I can see it getting better, though. The patience will make everything sweeter. People are impatient, but I’m proud of myself because two years ago I would have been asking the same question, except I would be tired of being here."
So, you’re more anxious than tired? Then why can’t you just think positive and not worry so much?
“I can’t think positive or be strong all the time.”
You’re right, you can’t. You can try, though. If you make it and you’re happy and everyone you care about is happy, what will be your purpose then?
"I don’t know. Keep doing it; keep making people happy."
You don’t think it’s deeper than that?
“No."
So, the only reason you are here, and you are going through all of these things is to inspire people?
“I don’t want to inspire people; I want to help.”
I wasn’t saying that as a bad thing, but I think inspiring and helping could be the same thing. They’re both good things to live for, I think. But what did you get out of this interview?
I’m blinder than I think I am. I need to put more detail into what I want to do. Give more thought for my plans for the future and what will come out of it. I need to break down my future choices.
Is it so difficult to accept how different people are and their opinions? We all have someone we love and would want them to be treated with respect and care, but we let our thoughts and feelings get in the way of how we treat others. You can never know everything about a person. Who they are, what they’ve been through, who they will become, you never know. Don’t you think that if you question your own existence, then everyone else is wondering the same? We all started out the same way by being born, and can’t even explain that “why”, so why worry? Why judge? Why try to explain things that aren’t for us to explain?
From the Editor
I chose "The Most Important Why" by Jasmine Corbett for editors choice because I loved it. It is a very intellectual piece that is written in a very subtle way. Asking about God, racism and creation is a question asked by all of us yet somewhat difficult to be put in a non-offensive manner. Most importantly, I related to it myself. It was very fresh, easy to read, relatable and alluring.