What will you do... (Part 1)
What will you do when you or your parents are called corrupt?
Don’t Judge Without Knowing — A Personal Lesson in Understanding
When I was a teenager, I faced a moment that left a lasting impression on me.
One day, I heard that a friend of mine had called my father corrupt. I was shocked and hurt. Out of anger, I argued with him, and the fight turned into a serious quarrel. Eventually, the incident was reported to our class teacher — and he informed my father.
I expected my father to be upset or angry. But instead, he calmly said something I will never forget:
"Even if someone calls me corrupt, I don’t become corrupt. What matters is that you know who I am, and I know who I am."
Those words opened my eyes.
My father was right. No matter what others say, our character isn't defined by someone else's opinion. What truly matters is who we are on the inside, not the labels others try to place on us.
A Message to Remember
People often judge others too quickly. Sometimes, the whole society will label someone based on the actions of just one person. But let me ask you this:
If there's one troublemaker in a class, do we say the entire class is bad? No, right?
So why do we judge a whole family, community, or profession based on one person's mistake?
The truth is simple:
"You can’t judge anyone without truly knowing them."
Think Before Reacting
Every situation doesn’t require anger or reaction. Sometimes, silence and understanding are more powerful than shouting back. Before reacting, take a moment to ask yourself — is this worth my peace?
In Conclusion
Because you know who you are, and your actions will speak louder than anyone else’s words.
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