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These are my articles written over time. Please feel free to ask questions about any post.

The First Step: Initiating Peace in a Divided World

Peace is like two hands reaching out to meet in the middle, but if one hand remains still, the gap between them never closes. It’s a duet where one voice must begin for the harmony to emerge. If both voices sing only their own tune without listening, they create nothing but discord. The process of […]

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The Art of Mediation: Navigating Conflict with Wisdom

When two people are involved in a fight, both bear some responsibility. If the innocent party had stepped away, the conflict could have been avoided. It’s like a spark and fuel—without both, a fire cannot ignite. Similarly, if one side chooses not to fuel the flames, the intensity of the argument will naturally diminish. Just

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Reimagining Global Unity: The Shift from Rights to Duties

Even the smallest disagreements—whether among family members, friends, or nations—can swiftly escalate from mild disputes to fierce confrontations, drawing people into harmful and destructive actions. If these conflicts are not addressed, they can erect walls of violence and warfare that bring human progress to a standstill. Human life resembles a river, constantly flowing and naturally

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The Impossibility of Fairness Amid Antagonism

Imagine trying to coax a fire to burn brightly with wet wood. No matter how much effort you put in, the conditions simply aren’t right for success. Similarly, appealing to a person who is more inclined to obstruct than assist is like attempting to navigate a stormy sea in a fragile boat. The turbulence and

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The Dual Faces of Conflict and Tranquility

War is invariably associated with acts of heroism, yet it seldom produces beneficial outcomes. In contrast, peace might seem to accomplish nothing, but the most significant achievements are always realized through peaceful means. Imagine war as a blazing wildfire, captivating in its ferocity and demanding admiration for the bravery it necessitates. Heroes emerge from the

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Building Bridges, Not Barriers: The Politician’s Creed

Politics, at its core, embodies humility, akin to a delicate tapestry where threads of truth and falsehood weave together to form the fabric of society. Claiming absolute correctness or shunning opposing perspectives is akin to pulling at these threads, unraveling the intricate unity within communities. Instead, politics thrives on the diversity of individuals, leaders, and

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Beyond Conflict: The Journey of Problem Solvers

Embracing the role of a problem solver over that of a problem fighter is crucial, as history has shown that revolutions led by those solely focused on combatting issues have often fallen short of achieving lasting societal progress. While reformers and philosophers have tirelessly sought to eliminate societal problems and injustices, it’s essential to recognize

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Resolve the conflict, not the individual embroiled within it

To effectively resolve conflicts, it’s essential to direct efforts towards addressing the conflict itself, rather than targeting the individuals involved. Think of it as “killing the dispute, not the disputant.” Picture a conflict as a fierce storm raging across a landscape. Just as you wouldn’t disperse the storm by attacking the clouds, resolving disputes involves

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