So I've tried to turn this whole new leaf about a year ago, where I wouldn't jump to the conclusion or the assumption that other people are in the way of my life. I decided not to get angry and not to blame people, because each person probably has their story of why they do the things they do. But this proved a hard and difficult task. Putting aside the natural reflex to hate and to despise, to put your need first, it hasn't been easy. Especially since I've forgotten it.
It wasn't until recently that my English teacher showed us a video in the light of almost graduating from our junior year of high school. And I was reminded. The wise sage of the seemingly sardonically humorous video states more or less that "we have a default setting that puts ourselves at the center of the universe." Those who can be educated and better in life are those who can push past the default and put the world into perspective. Those who can be understanding, patient, reflective... I want to be one of those people.
