The "golden rule" is: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you". I agree that this is absolutely the ideal way to conduct one's self.

As I look at myself and others in an objective light, I realize just how selfish most people are. Everyone is out for "self". I believe it's embedded in our "DNA" to be selfish--i.e., self-preservation. However, in order for this experiment called humanity to work, we have to overcome those innate dispositions and elevate to a higher, more conscious level of thinking/behaving.

If everyone gave freely to everyone else, then no one would be in need. I remember when I was returning home from visiting Cho, there was a real chance that some people would have to wait for a second bus because of overcrowding. So, when the driver announced, "Now boarding," it was pandemonium. People were cursing and pushing and being flat-out rude to each other as they jockeyed for a spot in line. At that moment, I decided to do what Jesus commanded, "Give and it shall be given to you." So, even though I felt anxious, I walked slowly and got to the back of the line, realizing all the people in front of me might make it home and I wouldn't. I feel like everyone should be willing to "give up their seat" to someone else. If we all did that, then no one would be in need of a anything.

People have an appearance of being civilized. But, I'mma tell you, if the conditions were severe enough, we'd resort to basic animalistic barbarism. It would be "every man for himself."

I know change starts with me. So, I'll try my best to follow the example of the "golden rule."


P.S. I was able to get a seat without problem, even though the bus literally had NO spare seats once fully boarded.

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