Strangled by Apathy

Simply put it is not the opposition that kills and stops wonderful possibilities, it's a lack of help. A person held back by the fear of failure is just as hindering as the person who watches the opposition with approval.

While working on a programming project by my self I once again felt the itch of poetry in the back of my mind. This is what happened.

One Less Hero
By Steven Egan

Blood marks the spot where
his head meets the wall

He does it again
in front of them all

Pain doesn't stop him
his will pushes through

doubters and scorners
not sure what he'll do

there's blood at his feet
more drops hit the ground

three people step out
from those gathered round

they come to his side
as if to support

three blades pierce his back
three grin at their sport

he throws back his head
yells with all his might

slams his head once more
with his will to fight

it shudders and cracks
the wall might not hold

if only again
he could be so bold

his head hits the ground
they all walk away

"See, it can't be done"
is all they will say

It's not for lack of effort or will that the person falls, but rather the lack of support. If another came to help him get up, what would happen? If somebody continued his fight, what would happen? Just because one person can't do something doesn't mean it can't be done. It means it takes more than that one person.

I don't care whether it's group mechanics, teamwork, game projects or in education, this still holds. There will be opposition, but will there be support? If you think something is worthwhile, give at least some positive feedback. If a colleague is having trouble, lend a hand. Sometimes all it takes is a passing smile and positive comment for the key person to continue the fight. So once again I ask, how are you working towards the future?

Have fun, spread the word and tell me what you think,
Igen Oukan

Strangled by Apathy

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