I am behind on my Time
Magazine reading I admit. I am only on the November 7 edition. As I was
reading the article on Teen Depression and Anxiety I thought to myself that
part of the problem is that a lot of the role models in teens lives now a days
don’t set a good example. I include myself in that as well. We often let our
tempers get the better of us when we are behind a keyboard and lash out at
others. I have been guilty of this at times though never to the extent of being
a troll. I have always tried to make my arguments logical even when angry
though not always successful.
We need to accept that our society is changing and that
yes our youth is becoming more in touch with their feelings. No, that does not
make them weak as some have tried to imply. It actually makes them stronger for
being able to show their emotions, which can be a difficult thing to do. It is
not just a national thing, but a worldwide change that is happening. The human
race is slowly being led away from war like impulses, and more towards wanting
to be more creative. Not everyone will like that, but it is the trend that is
appearing in today’s youth, and even in some ways in our older generations as
well though in different ways.
That is not to say we won’t need Engineers, or
Scientists, or even Truck Drivers in this new world. Just that they will also
have a creative side to them outside of work if their job is not creative in
nature. Although Engineers are creative with how they tackle problems, but
those that do it may want to be creative in other ways that are more relaxing
for them as well. Such as playing Minecraft. I know a Truck Driver that enjoys
creating things in Diablo 3 on top of doing the quests each season since he
first beat the game. He also likes creating campaigns for Dungeons &
Dragons, which is another outlet for his creative side.
My friend, Sylvia, has a son who enjoys the theater and
she enrolls him in drama as much as she can, so that he can enjoy acting. It’s
his gift that he enjoys. She also has a daughter that she enrolls in dance who
enjoys that. My main point is that she encourages and helps them embrace their
creative side, which is something we should all do for our kids and siblings as
well as anyone we may mentor. Yes, this means more shows and books to see as
well as read. But, it also means the mind is more stimulated and expanded.
There is also mention in the Time Magazine article
that if you find that someone you know is in trouble, don’t lash out at them or
try to take away things. I know that is a first reaction for a lot of us since
it was our parents first reaction whenever we got into any sort of trouble.
But, with mental illness you have to be there for the person and help guide
them out of the dark into the light. It takes patience, some humor, being open
with them. Long talks at times as well as a lot of sharing. You also have to be
willing to go to counseling with them if they are part of the environment you
live in if that is part of the issue. It’s not a blame game. It is learning how
to adjust so everyone is comfortable in the environment and working well
together.
There is an evolution happening though not one to
fear. I’ve said enough for one day though. Tomorrow I will be taking aim at the
changing society from how we need to change our schools in my view. Feel free
to leave questions and comments below. If you know someone among your friends
and family who would enjoy discussing this with you share it with them. As for
me I have more schoolwork to do. *Tips his hat and walks out the door. *
good post!
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