Nobody's Perfect

          According to religion, we were all created by God. We were made in his own image and likeness. So, we literally came about in this world as equals. But still, why do most of us act like we are more superior than the others?

          Discrimination has always been a part of our society for as long as I can remember. Rich people eyeing down the poor. Normal people stomping on individuals with disabilities. “Real” men bullying gay men. “Real” women criticizing lesbians. “Beautiful people” laughing at the faces of ugly ones…. The list can go on. Frustrating but true, no?

          Have you ever turned a corner without seeing someone being judged because he/she acts differently than the others? Or because he/she doesn't define what others might call as “normal”? I mean, discrimination is everywhere. It’s like the moon following you at night wherever you go. You can’t hide nor run from it.

          But, even the moon disappears in the sky when the sun comes out. Just like the moon, discrimination can disappear if we can all fill our heads with sufficient light that can overcome the darkness inside. We only criticize other people because our brains are filled with thoughts that we are better than the rest. We need something that can clear our head from thinking so.

          How? Just start from accepting the fact that nobody's perfect. We make mistakes. Superheroes cry. Clowns cry. Soldiers get scared. Even models get insecure. No matter how "normal" we think we are, we still have weaknesses and disabilities. So you see? We are no better than the rest. Start accepting and loving people for who they really are. By doing so, we will be able to see that all of us are the same. "We breathe the same air", as others might say.