Posted by confuzyq on June 28, 2007, at 20:54:39
In reply to Re: conflict, posted by Dr. Bob on June 28, 2007, at 12:23:33
> > so...I thought about this post and I suppose part of what it was about, and only part, is that sometimes (perhaps it's hard-wired) we are vigilant of possible ill intentions of others- and maybe we see it even when it isn't there ...
> >
> > I do think we like to argue, to find wrongs, to criticize....
> > why do we do it?
> > and we really tend to see evils in "authority"
> > is it a matter of convenience, a place to store the uncomfortable within ourselves? ...
> >
> > obsidian
>
> Thanks for reflecting on this process. There are a number of angles that could be examined, including:
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> 1. I and the deputies are vigilant for incivility, and others may model themselves after us.
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> 2. People may be vigilant for "evil" in authority now because they've experienced it before.
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> 3. We may also "hold" uncomfortable parts for others. Such as?
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> Bob4. Sometimes objections are valid but respect of explanation or accountability is not given, and this can disturb the peace. Moreso as it could so easily be avoided by mere admissions when just and logical, with no lists of possible issues on part of objectors appended. Reasons some authorities may exhibit this behavior include...?
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