Is War Ever Just?The matter on whether war is ever just is a complicated issue to say the least. Today I am not looking to offend anyone who has a different opinion from me or the other teens. I simply wish to express our opinions and thoughts on the matter.
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War can, and often has throughout history, been just. When war is fought for the intent of freedom, then it can't be anything but just. I do not believe the act of War itself is just as the violence and the other detestable actions committed are horrendous. The reason behind war can be just however. And truly there is hardly a more noble act then going to war as a soldier to defend your country and protect lives. Just as the world is not black and white the reasoning for things will continue to be in color, some unclear and some complex but all to be understood in different paradigms. Ok, so I've been thinking about this and here is what I think. Yes and no. It depends on the reasoning. There is nothing unjust about defending your country, family, values, and freedom. When America fought for their freedom from England, that was just. That needed to happen. However, sometimes the reasoning behind a country fighting or starting a war is not just. Like how Germany started World War Two with their invasions. The reasoning behind that was not good. But England fighting in that war, and later the U.S., was just. War really is a necessary evil. It's ugly, it's hard, and if everyone was perfect it wouldn't be needed. But sometimes countries do dumb things and we can't just wait around for things to get better. For example: if England, America, and the other countries hadn't gone to war with Germany, in the long run, many more people would have died. The Jews probably wouldn't have been around any more. The decision for England and the other countries to engage Germany was just because in the long run, more people would have died. Some Final WordsI would like to end off by reminding everyone that everybody is entitled to their own opinions. Just because you may not agree with what was said here today doesn't mean you cannot have a civil discussion. In fact, I would love to encourage a discussion. Hopefully, as usual, I have shown you just how deep today's teens can be. Feel free to comment down below and start a civil discussion. Also, just a reminder, you can buy my first novel, The Castaway Hero, HERE on Amazon and HERE at Barnes and Noble. Until next time, keep on writing!
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What is Teenage Thoughts On...?Teenage Thoughts On... is a series of articles I will be running for the foreseeable future. In it I will show you some of the thoughts of teenagers on some of the big issues and concepts, as well as some lighter things, including happiness, productivity, the meaning of life, and much more! We will begin with my thoughts, and then share the thoughts of other teenagers afterword. The point of these articles is to both provide you with food for thought and to show you just how awesome and in depth our youth today can be. So without further ado, I hope you enjoy! What Brings Lasting Joy?To start, I would like to state what I consider "lasting joy." Lasting joy is not being happy 100% of the time. It is the ability to be in the moment and maintain a sense of satisfaction and peace despite what may be happening around you. So what brings lasting joy, in my opinion? I believe (partially) that the key to lasting joy is all about maintaining perspective. If you are constantly looking back and are unsatisfied with how things went, you will not be happy. However, if you are living in the moment and understand that "this too shall pass", then you can live with the understand that this is not the end. If you maintain a good perspective on things, not lingering in the past or chomping at the bit for the future, then you can truly find lasting joy in the moment. Now, lets move on to the thoughts of some other teens! Lasting joy is not being happy 100% of the time. It is the ability to be in the moment and maintain a sense of satisfaction and peace despite what may be happening around you. -Ken Mears More Teenage Thoughts!Lasting happiness comes from our choice. Our choice to see good in the world. Our choice to not let our fears control us. Our choice to make those around us friends. -Shion C. 16, Oregon I think happiness is brought on by our ability to be fully present in each and every moment of life, for when we're not present we're often reminiscing about the past or worrying about the future. Whereas when we're fully present we can fully appreciate each and every one of the happy and beautiful moments which takes place in life, and we can even be able to more effectively handle bad moments as well so that they don't stick with us long term. - ZZ F. 14 I believe that as an individual we can find things that connect to our pasts that we can implement in the future. These can be certain meals, movies, or activities that bring connection and bridge a gateway from yesterday into tomorrow. Another important factor is the relationships that we form with the people around us. You can make ordinary circumstances an extraordinary experience with the right mindset and people around you. -Summer R. 16, Nevada I agree with what has been said, especially that lasting joy is a choice. Another big part is finding things that make you feel happy even when you're struggling, like music, reading, etc. I think the biggest factor, more important than anything, is the factor of people. Bringing others joy brings the best kind of happiness. The purest form of joy tends to come when you're with others, serving them, showing them love and care, and just being with them. Other factors are important too, but I feel really strongly that joy comes from giving to the people around you. -Olivia M. 17, Utah Some Final Words.I hope you all enjoyed and have a new appreciation of how deep teens can be! Please feel free to comment with your thoughts, and if you know any teenagers that would like to give input on deep topics, have them message me so we can get in touch. Also, just a reminder, you can buy my first novel, The Castaway Hero, HERE on Amazon and HERE at Barnes and Noble. Until next time, keep on writing!
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