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The severe castigation - socially and morally, of individuals that have made mistakes early on in life, is a sad and unfortunate problem that plagues our South Asian community
Why am I saying this? : I've witnessed one of my mentors be subject to this throughout his entire life:
Amid one of our conversations about careers and family, while speaking about a pivotal moment in his personal life, he broke stride and fell silent. The sadness in his face clearly showed. I didn't push, as I was well aware of what was bothering him.
He was abandoned, cast aside, ridiculed and shamed for what would seem to most a trivial mistake.
Today, I reflect on how his life might have been, had the people around him been understanding and empathetic. Life is short, but it is at times long. Mistakes, if not forgiven have a tendency to trickle down and ruin generations
Today, I remind myself that empathy is a skill, one that can save a life. Put yourself in someone else's shoes, forgive that person you hold a grudge against or who has wronged you, it could be whats holding them back.
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