“We are all bound by the threads of our shared humanity.”
In a world painted with hues of agony and turmoil, we stand at the crossroads of shattered dreams and broken spirits. The echoes of conflict reverberate through the hearts of nations, tearing apart the very fabric of humanity. How did we reach this point of no return, where blood stains the soil and tears cloud the skies?
Across distant lands, we witness the scars of conflict etched into the very earth we call home, the cries of the innocent rise up to the heavens, a mournful shout of suffering and loss. How did we turn a blind eye to the plight of our fellow beings, choosing indifference over empathy?
Let us wander through the labyrinth of history, where the tale of Palestine and Israel unfolds, the still talked about conflict in Ukraine goes on, the conflict from the desolate streets of Syria to the war-torn lands of Yemen, what about the unbearable conflicts in Myanmar? Democratic Republic of Congo, Afghanistan, and Central African Republic, just to name a few.
“We hold the key to unlock the doors of peace and harmony.”
The future is now clear cause we can now see pain over there, we have replaced dreams with nightmares and we have theorized peace and practicalized conflict.
- Do we want to create a world where conflict is more of a solution and less of a problem?
- Do we want to create a world where pride and ego cleans the tears of the citizens?
- Do we want to create a world where we politized the lives of our fellow human beings?
These are all questions and sadly facts about the world today.
In the silence of our reflection, let us search for the answers that elude us, for only in facing our shadows can we hope to find the light that will guide us out of the darkness. How did we lose sight of our shared humanity, choosing division over unity, fear over love?
“Living together in peace is a sacred covenant we must uphold.”
In the depths of our despair, let us find the courage to rise above the ashes of conflict, to build bridges where there are walls, to sow seeds of peace where there is only destruction. How did we forget that we are all bound by the threads of existence?
Living together in peace is an art, a dance, a sacred covenant. It requires us to shed the armor of judgment, embrace the vulnerability of empathy, and cultivate the garden of harmony within our hearts. It beckons us to rise above fear, transcend ignorance, and embrace love’s transformative power.
As we stand on the brink of uncertainty, let us remember that the power to create change lies within each one of us. Through small acts of kindness and compassion, we can sow the seeds of a new world, where conflict is but a distant memory and unity reigns supreme. How did we overlook the simple truth that peace begins with each one of us?
“Infinite peace can only be achieved when there is infinite love.”
As the shadows of conflict loom large over our world, we must confront the harsh truth that we are the architects of our own demise. Our actions, both conscious and unconscious, have paved the way for the chaos that now reigns supreme. How did we forget that we are custodians of this fragile world, entrusted with the sacred duty to nurture and protect?
Let us raise our voices in chorus, echoing across the vast expanse of time and space. Let us be the change we wish to see in the world, shining beacons of light in a world consumed by darkness, for infinite peace can only be achieved when there is infinite love. How did we forget that we hold the key to unlock the doors of peace and harmony?
Let peace be, let peace stay, let peace reign cause all we need is peace.
Written by Chimbo Clearance Tekock
MSc Conflict, Peace and Security from the University of Buea. Currently working as an Administrative Manager at United People Global.
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