I see contradictions within and around. If you are righteous with an extremely strong sense of justice you will be more and more infuriated seeing injustices being done.
I see people fleecing the faithful and roaming at large. Fleecing is not only cheating but also breaking of trust and emotional betrayal. Nothing gets done but merely fuming inside because the cheater is well versed in twisting the laws of the land and ‘befriending’ the law enforcers.
In a system where there is minimal chance of getting justice one feels vulnerable within but puts up a brave front. If you show your weakness you will be taken advantage of more. It’s a vicious cycle.
Those who are trusting are thought to be gullible. Kindness is taken as foolishness. If you have a soft heart there will be a horde of people worming up to you for favours till you are bankrupt.
Goodness does not have a loud voice. It is always humble and submissive. Always scared of being taunted as the wrong doer. Whereas it should be the other way. The betrayed is quietened by the consolation that perhaps s/he had a karmic score to settle with the betrayer from a previous birth. A consolation which does not have, to my mind, any rational base. If it were so what about the karmic account of the betrayer?
Somebody said that is the best way to get over the ‘loss’ otherwise there is no end to the guilt and anguish of the sufferer. Guilt of the crime of putting faith in those who are not worthy of it and the anguish of one’s idiocy being proven without doubt.
Forget and forgive. There is immense power in forgiving. I agree. But does any virtue hold good for the perpetrator? Are they to be forgiven because they do not know what they have done? Are they to be forgotten and set aside as one of those chapters of minor frivolity ?
Then the mantra of gratitude which is peppered over every injury. Be grateful for what you have. It can be worse. But not for those committing the dastardly act. No mantra is applicable for them. They are above the law, above all morals and above all preachings.
And like God they are omnipotent and omnipresent.
Where do the good and the virtuous go then ?
To hell…?
very thought provoking post, Geeta
“No mantra is applicable for them”
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The current way of the world in which there is also much trust and helpfulness not seen
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Nice post, thought provoking. It reflects on the silent struggle of the righteous in a deceptive world, emphasizing that true goodness lies in enduring kindness and integrity despite challenges, and that forgiveness frees the sufferer more than the wrongdoer.
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Thank you very much 🙏🙏
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I feel the forgiveness is more for the wrongdoer, as they are free from guilt and proceed to carry on as they please.
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Sorry had glitch in system, incomplete reply.
The sufferer still suffers, and has to go thru all sorts of feelings, emotions, therapy, to try to remember who they once were but now coming out stronger, not to be fooled again.
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A hard truth, GC — good people often get bruised while the crafty walk free. But kindness isn’t foolishness, just a tougher path. Even if it feels unfair, staying good is still the only way to stay human.
Philo
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Self love and self preservation are paramount for all.
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Yes, true Mr. P.
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You cannot win, so to speak as it shouldn’t be a competition.
But we learn to manage, manage the situation and ourselves for the best outcome for us, as you will never be able to please all, or anyone.
You do what you feel is right, the outcome will be what it will be. In airing your concerns, no matter how soft a voice you use . . . You will always come off and be portrayed as the baddie, unfortunately . . .leaving those who have wronged others, smiling slyly at your demise.
Well written Geeta.
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Thank you Meenu for being with me
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I believe everyone who cheats and fleeces people will ultimately pay for it.
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I hope so too Sadje
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👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
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I have not only read this post but also felt it.
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I am sure you must have Mathur Sahab. I know you.
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