FEARLESS!

Discrimination. Yes. Since the American Civil War the term 'discrimination' generally evolved in American English usage as an understanding of prejudicial treatment of an individual based solely on their race, later generalized as membership in a certain socially undesirable group or social category. An act or conduct for or against an individual based on preconceived personal biases. It can be positive or negative, through the promotion or the abuse of the person, respectively. Until now, discriminations are very much observed.

There are a million and one ways that one can be discriminated. Sexual discrimination and racial discrimination are the two main ones that I can think of. In the Philippine history, Spanish colony has made a big change in the country and has made contributed positive things and negative things. They were the first ones to discriminate Filipinos and called us, “Indio.” Now at the present times, the effects of those traumas have occurred from the cause. Some Filipino workers are being abused by the other races. We are all the same - therefore we should treat each other in the same way.

I have been discriminated before. But not totally, just being compared with other people and it sucks. I really do not want to be compared with anyone because I am unique. I am not them. Yes, it hurts to be discriminated. But it does not mean that one should not try to make a change. What did I do after being discriminated? Before I confronted the person, I thought carefully about what I am going to say. It is essential to stay calm and rational and remain in control of the situation. As you need to convey how their actions have made me feel, and explain that I want such conduct to stop. I chose not to keep quiet. I think not taking an action is the worst thing to do. Any kind of discrimination or bullying can rapidly diminish one’s self-esteem and ability to seek help. But one must take control of the situation. What does the bible say about discrimination?

Matthew 5:44

“But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”

SPEAK UP. BE HEARD. If you don’t say a word, everything will stay the same way.