THE BRIAN BLOG

Back to the basics: Community

Unless you've been living under a rock, or perhaps in one, you've likely seen the disparaging news taking place. Despite which side you're on you're likely upset at the constant disdain in people's attitudes.

This vitriol is certainly alive and well on the internet too, if not more so. I constantly come across posts where people are swearing up and down at each other, determined to prove a point and tear the other side down.

But here's the real question: Which side is right?

I'll let you in on a little secret, if you're finding yourself doing everything you can to tear another person down, it's not you.

America has been blessed with a freedom to share and express ideas and thoughts, not silence your opposition with fear and violence.

Perhaps it's time America went back to the basics; before we were too caught up in life to take a stroll through our own neighborhoods; before we were too absorbed into the fake lives of Hollywood to call up a friend just to ask how they're doing; before we were too infatuated with latest gossip on our news feeds to help out a person in need, even in our own backyards.

Community in America does exist in many areas, and if you're one that thrives then good for you! Unfortunately, there are a lot of people who don't believe in the power of community, not because they're innately against it, but because they've never experienced it.

If you truly want America great, make your community strong. It's been too long since we had clean, strong, friendly communities thriving across the Country.

The change has to start with someone in every community. Be that someone in yours.