Resisting Division, Embracing Community
I don’t know if you feel the same way, but I’m becoming increasingly concerned about a troubling trend in today’s society: the rise of polarization and the growing emphasis on individualism. Sadly, the impact of this trend is noticeable within my own school community. It may not always be obvious or overt, but it shows up in subtle ways—through comments, judgments, the friendships formed, and the way people interact with others.