For once, I have no quote to share with you because nothing will really relate to what I have to ask. I have started this discussion with six friends (kind of individually) and will continue to ask around to get everyone's opinion. Know this: I am not judging you, I am not asking you to strengthen or weaken my beliefs, I am not doing it for any reason but out of pure curiosity. Here's how it will work: I will ask you the question and then give you a ridiculous example that will help explain the question. After that, you can apply it to any situation you would like to and come up with your own answer. You don't have to share what you believe, but I'd love to hear what your thoughts are regardless of your answer. I recommend not posting it on here for privacy purposes: email me, text me, FB message me (don't call, I probably won't pick up). (To my newest friend, ask Anj for a way of contacting me if you'd like to continue this topic.)
Question: Let's say that you are good friends with someone. You have two options, and can only pick one. Option 1: You value your friendship. Option 2: You value the person. There is no way to have both.
Random: YOU define what a "good" friend means. YOU define what "valuing the person" means...it could mean valuing their character, their future, their development, anything you want it to be.
Silly example to make the question clear: Your good friend is about to touch a hot stove. You have two options. Option 1: You value your friendship with her and don't want to sacrifice this friendship so you decide to let her touch it. Result? You can assume what happens. Option 2: You value the person more than your friendship with her, so you tell her not to touch it because it's hot and she will get hurt. Result? She may or may not touch it but she is no longer friends with you.
I know, ridiculous example but it can apply to ANY situation. I can give you more if we discuss it on our own, but would prefer not to because I will be biased! I know my answer already, but would love to know what you think!
So long <3
Question: Let's say that you are good friends with someone. You have two options, and can only pick one. Option 1: You value your friendship. Option 2: You value the person. There is no way to have both.
Random: YOU define what a "good" friend means. YOU define what "valuing the person" means...it could mean valuing their character, their future, their development, anything you want it to be.
Silly example to make the question clear: Your good friend is about to touch a hot stove. You have two options. Option 1: You value your friendship with her and don't want to sacrifice this friendship so you decide to let her touch it. Result? You can assume what happens. Option 2: You value the person more than your friendship with her, so you tell her not to touch it because it's hot and she will get hurt. Result? She may or may not touch it but she is no longer friends with you.
I know, ridiculous example but it can apply to ANY situation. I can give you more if we discuss it on our own, but would prefer not to because I will be biased! I know my answer already, but would love to know what you think!
So long <3
I just read this at 1:40 am so I'm gonna have to wait to share my answer. I have it, but I'd rather not post it here. I like it though. It made me think a bit but then I realized I already knew the answer to it for myself. I think a lot as well and I like having my mind challenged so your work is always a great read!!! I actually write as well, but it's more creatively such as poems and things. Check me out on youtube: naturally amazing vibes
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