By Jasmin Acosta, Healthy Planet Staff Writer
Our greatest adversity as human beings is accepting that we are not perfect. We may strive for perfection, but it is not attainable and it is our imperfections that make us human. What defines us is not flawlessness, but our capacity to make mistakes, learn from them, and grow. We do not grow to be perfect; we grow to become better.
Our greatest asset is the ability to be kind, especially when we ourselves have not been treated with kindness. True strength lies in choosing compassion over cruelty, even when the world feels harsh. It is the courage to move forward and not let a single bad day convince us that life is unkind. A bad day is just a moment in time, not a truth that defines life as a whole. By choosing to be kind, we rebel against cruelty and become beacons of hope, inspiring others to spread kindness.
Empathy allows us to connect deeply with one another. It helps us to step into each other’s shoes, to understand, and to support one another through shared experiences. Choosing to show compassion uplifts the people around us, as it reminds not only others but also ourselves that the world still holds light—and that light is inside us.
Being human means embracing change and choosing to be part of something greater than ourselves. Through kindness, empathy, perseverance, and hope, we shape our communities and uplift one another to create hope for a brighter future.
We are not perfect, but being human is to be imperfect, resilient, and full of heart. By simply being human, that becomes our greatest strength.