Not every practice or action, simply because it has been perpetuated by our forebears, should be deemed customary or acceptable. In the contemporary context, power and bravery are frequently misconstrued as being reflected in the swift use of force. For instance, when two individuals find themselves at odds over a matter, they may resort to physical confrontation following an exchange of harsh words, with some even using means to inflict harm or going to the extent of taking a life in the heat of the moment. While the ultimate intent may not necessarily be to cause harm, the ingrained belief that force signifies power often drives individuals to act in such a manner.
It is high time that society reconsider and redefine what is deemed “normal” or acceptable behavior. Why should we not redefine true strength as the restraint of anger and the ability to maintain composure? The real measure of power and victory ought to rest in the hands of those who, in the face of provocation, can keep their temper in check and remain unshaken, a principle that values reason over rash action