Blog Post 2

Fear, ultimately, is the reason I have survived. 

 -Andres Gomez, Man Up.

This article was an incredible read. It felt like I was reading a novel about Carlos's life experience and the difficulties he faced. The term 'Man Up' while is meant with good intentions should replaced with other terms to encourage the ability to over come hardship and adversity. When Carlos was told to 'man up' it meant to overcome his fears and the hurdles that he would face in his life. The problem with this phrase is that it is implies that being tough and strong is quality held only by men. Like I stated earlier, the ability to be strong and overcome adversity is an important skill for any person to have to succeed in life. But it is also essential for all people to have. A big problem within the United States is the division that is taking place between races, religions, and political believes that people have. While terms like 'man up' seem exclusive, this country needs to be much more inclusive. There are many traits that are stereotypical for women that I'm seeking to be better about in my life, like empathy, and patience. Some of the most powerful people, that I admire most, posses qualities that are not stereotypical to there gender or race. In our culture don't need more powerful men, or more gentle women, we need more powerful humans. More gentle humans. This video shows a young coach telling a young boy, that it is okay to cry as a man, but as a man he needs to power through those things. As stated before his intentions are good, these qualities are exclusive to gender, religion, or political affiliation. By being more inclusive as a nation, as human beings we can make this world a better place. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpZFCubE6Ag