Double standards are those "rules" or actions that, when applied, tend to benefit the user of said standard. Why is that? Why do double standards exist when the stated goal of a relationship is usually for both parties to be happy? More specifically, why do we accept double standards as S.O.P. (Standard Operating Procedure) for our gender; but suggest the opposite sex having them as an attack on humanity?
May 1, 2012
I had a revelation the other day. Well, maybe not a revelation. Let’s just call it an astute observation with a hint of social relevance. My revelation observation came while listening to a variety of political pundits wax poetic about how “some” Americans (aka, minorities and those on the lower end of the socio-economic sphere)… [Read more…]
April 17, 2012
So, I believe the day count has reached 50 with regards to how long it has been since the killing of Trayvon Martin; and, throughout the ordeal, I hoped that cooler heads would have prevailed by now. Unfortunately, they haven’t. Now you may be asking what I mean when I say “cooler heads”? Well, I’ll tell you. Let… [Read more…]
March 27, 2012
As we all know, 2011 has come to an end, and all the end-of-the-year behaviors were annoyingly apparent. I don’t know about you, but sometimes I get tired of all the “lists” and “reviews” and spikes in gym memberships that happen at the end of every year. Another inexplicable phenomenon that happens is our annual list… [Read more…]
December 21, 2011
It's a curious word: Haze. It can mean so many things. At its mildest, it means "vagueness or obscurity, as of the mind or perception." At its worst, it means "to subject (freshmen, newcomers, etc.) to abusive or humiliating tricks and ridicule". But, is that really descriptive of the worst hazing can be? I mean, "tricks and ridicule" is hardly what ended the life of Robert Champion. Tricks and ridicule don't get students in jail, university Presidents in peril, and parents in a panic. No, the vagueness and obscurity by students committing these deplorable acts is why Haz-ing Has Become Haz-y.
December 14, 2011
What’s up good people? My life is filling up more and more, but I’m still committed to posting to provide thought-provoking (and sometimes insightful) content. As you probably know, I’ve missed the mark recently; however, I have made some necessary adjustments in order to meet the demand for more Sillethoughts. So, with no further ado, let’s get started. Unless… [Read more…]
August 3, 2011
Since I began working with high school students, I’ve been thinking a lot about how to inspire more critical thought.They have shown themselves to be stagnant when the answer or next move is not readily available – which I find disturbing. And what’s even more disturbing is that they seem perfectly content with allowing their belief and… [Read more…]
July 28, 2011
I need a favor from those of you that have been following my blog since it began (like my girl Cool V). I need for you to explain to my growing list of new readers that, from time to time, I cut through the introspective niceties, get real, and go off. THIS is one of those… [Read more…]
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