I guess I’d hoped that staying in the “middle ground” would reflect reasonableness. I wanted it to be a soft landing for both of us in case an extreme change wasn’t what we really wanted - a space where we could linger between truth and discomfort.
Reading this has only highlighted the conviction I already felt, though I had disguised it as something harsh or hasty.
I completely get that, Tanisha. The “middle” often feels like a safe buffer, but sometimes it’s just a way of postponing the inevitable. It takes courage to step out of that space but clarity, even when costly, always carries peace. Appreciate your honesty in sharing this. 🙏🏽
While reading this, I can't help but remember/ relate to a quote i found that says “We must take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented.”
That’s such a powerful quote, LuLu. it really echoes the heart of what I was trying to say. Neutrality might feel easier in the moment, but in the long run it usually sides with whatever is strongest and that’s rarely justice or truth. Thank you for bringing that perspective in.
Thank you, Gabriel and grateful for your encouragement, sir! Always trying to put words to convictions that I know many of us wrestle with. Appreciate you engaging. 👏🏾
I guess I’d hoped that staying in the “middle ground” would reflect reasonableness. I wanted it to be a soft landing for both of us in case an extreme change wasn’t what we really wanted - a space where we could linger between truth and discomfort.
Reading this has only highlighted the conviction I already felt, though I had disguised it as something harsh or hasty.
Thanks for doing the lords work … 😒
I completely get that, Tanisha. The “middle” often feels like a safe buffer, but sometimes it’s just a way of postponing the inevitable. It takes courage to step out of that space but clarity, even when costly, always carries peace. Appreciate your honesty in sharing this. 🙏🏽
While reading this, I can't help but remember/ relate to a quote i found that says “We must take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented.”
That’s such a powerful quote, LuLu. it really echoes the heart of what I was trying to say. Neutrality might feel easier in the moment, but in the long run it usually sides with whatever is strongest and that’s rarely justice or truth. Thank you for bringing that perspective in.
Thanks for sharing this insightful post, sir! 👏🏾💯
Thank you, Gabriel and grateful for your encouragement, sir! Always trying to put words to convictions that I know many of us wrestle with. Appreciate you engaging. 👏🏾