The "ism's". That's what I call them. Sexism, racism, ageism, classism.... The list goes on and on. What they all have in common, besides their endings, is that they are all forms of discrimination. They all represent the belief that one group of people are superior to another.
Why do these exist? Why do humans feel the need to make themselves better by putting others down? Even feminism, which is supposed to represent equality, comes off as women saying that they are better than men, just because they are women!
The simple truth is, no one is better than anyone else because of how their genes came together. If anyone is truly superior to others, it is because they work hard and earn that title.
All throughout history ism's have existed. Men are better, the rich are better, whites are better, heterosexuals are better.
Some people just accept these to be truths, especially when they work in that persons favor. This happens much to often.
How do we stop these ism's from controlling how we live our lives? Frist we need to realize that they are. We need to open our eyes. We need to follow the golden rule: treat others how you want to be treated. Because that is our right, to be treated fairly.
So now I ask you, what ism's are a part of your every day life? What do you wish you could change? When have you seen these ism's in play?
I would love to hear your thoughts on ism's. Why do you think they exist? Who is affected most?
Don't let ism's slide. They don't help anyone. They put people down, people that are the same as me and you. We all deserve to be given a chance to show who we really are, and grow to our full potential. Don't we?
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