What In The World?

Police officers are going to jail for committing crimes.
Parents are kidnapping and killing their children.
People are road raging, shooting at cars and killing people.
Doctors are committing crimes and losing their license.
Teachers are being arrested for having relationships with students.
There’s been an increase in juveniles committing crimes that result in them being tried as adults.
There is always someone in the news being arrested and or convicted for all types of crimes against children.
People are spewing hatred online for one another, for the government, for the United States of America.

When you consider the endless barrage of bad news on social media and the 24 hour news cycle, you can almost understand why people are just a little more jaded and unkind than they used to be. HOWEVER, just because you see all this injustice and suffering doesn’t give you a free pass to be rude or unkind to others. In fact, treating people poorly only adds to the problem. We can be passionate about what we believe in without letting rage dictate our actions!!! Kindness creates positive change, not anger.

Not all law enforcement officers are bad. You just see the bad ones in the news. The news rarely reports on good because that’s not where ratings come from. Every field has its share of folks who don’t live up to the standards we hope for, however, there are many who work hard and truly care about their impact. It’s very easy to get caught up in the negative headlines and social media rants about a profession when all that seems to be publicized are the bad apples. Try not to let your generalization of the bad seeds reflect an entire occupation.

It’s heartbreaking to think about how our mental healthcare system is seriously dropping the ball, especially when we see tragic stories of parents harming others, even their own children. This lack of support also manifests in irrational outbursts on the roads where simple traffic hiccups or even a driving mistake can escalate into aggressive confrontations. It just shows how intertwined mental health is with our daily lives. When society neglects that aspect, we’re not just harming individuals; we’re jeopardizing everyone’s safety and well-being. It makes you wonder—how did we get to this point where these individuals felt so isolated and desperate? There are countless factors at play here: a lack of accessible mental health resources, stigma that keeps people from seeking help, and often inadequate support for families dealing with severe mental illness. We’re living in a time where awareness is greater than ever, yet services still fall behind the demand. It really necessitates a collective acknowledgment that we need to invest more in understanding and addressing these issues before they spiral out of control. Until we start making meaningful changes in how we approach mental health care, tragic incidents like these will only continue to happen.

Crimes committed by young people seem to be on the rise these days. A lot of factors are at play here, like increased access to technology and social media, which can sometimes promote risky behaviors or desensitize teens to violence. Plus, many young people are facing heightened pressure from their peers and the environment, economic instability, a lack of community resources, family issues , and even lack of parental or adult presence, can push them toward crime, as a way to cope or fit in. It’s clear that more needs to be done to support and find better ways to engage these kids before they turn down a path they might regret later.

When we dive into the causes of crimes against children, it’s really a tangled web of factors that often overlap. It’s not just about one single cause but rather a mix of personal history and social conditions that create a perfect storm for these awful acts. Many offenders might have experienced abuse or neglect themselves, creating a cycle that’s hard to break. Mental health issues also play a big role; untreated problems can lead some to act out in deeply harmful ways. Plus, there’s the impact of societal factors—poverty, lack of education, and even substance abuse contribute to an environment where these tragic incidents can occur. It's crucial for parents and caregivers to have open and honest conversations with kids about safety, so they know how to recognize risky situations and whom to trust. Education about the signs of abuse or grooming behaviors can make a massive difference. It’s also important for everyone to be aware of social media's role; teaching kids about online safety can protect them from online crimes. Being a parent or guardian in today’s digital age means stepping up your game when it comes to supervising online activity. Familiarize yourself with the apps, platforms, and interactive gaming they’re using because each one has its downfall.

If kindness is a concept that is now unfathomable to you and your despising things going on in the US eats at you on a daily basis, there ARE other countries in the world. Pack up. Go. Hop on over to a place that exercises a different type of democracy, an authoritarian regime, monarchy, capitalism or socialist systems. There are choices. You have a choice. You have a choice to relocate to a country that is more aligned with your beliefs. You have a choice to stay where you are and not ridicule every. single. action. taken by our government. I am not saying that I agree or disagree with the happenings in our country. I am simply saying that I don’t feel that I need to call names, wish ill will on someone with a differing opinion, and constantly bash local, state or national administration. I have experienced pros and cons under both parties. I understand that when things go well for one party, it likely means misfortune for the opposite party. You have the choice to vote; that’s your voice. You also have the choice to be a decent human being and not mock others. Democracy thrives when people actively participate. You have the choice not to sit back and grumble; get in the game and help steer things in the direction you believe they should go! If we could just take a step back and remember we're all navigating this messy human experience together, maybe we'd find our way back to being kinder again.