I've written on blogs before (particularly on Wordpress) but this is my first Google Blog. I hope it turns out alright... More importantly, I hope you guys enjoy reading my thoughts. Journey with me as I develop my views on a variety of issues.
In my view, a worldview is completely personal and dynamic thing in everyone's lives. It is personal, obviously, because no-one else besides you can decide how you view the world. While your worldview is changeable, nobody can force you to see something differently. In that sense, the mind is a realm of total freedom, in which you are both king and subject. Thus, as personal things aren't effected by anyone except the person himself, worldview is personal.
Nevertheless, it changes-- there are almost no thoughts or ideas which are constant truths in each person's worldview, since we all attempt to alter reality with our minds. This sort of truth-twisting happens when we justify our wrongdoings by altering our views of good and evil. But change isn't always bad-- in fact, when one changes his worldview, sometimes it is for the better. For instance, if a sadist becomes a humanitarian, he has changed his worldview for good. Humankind changes its mind, sometimes taking a step backward, and other times progressing. Thus, as dynamic things inevitably change (whether for better or worse), a worldview is dynamic.
There are many influences which contribute immensely to the formation of an individuals worldview. Things as simple as hunger and thirst can rapidly change a man's priorities when he is faced with them. Parents can help give their children opportunities to alter their beliefs while giving them instruction and discipline. Teachers, preachers, coaches, and orators can bring opportunity for change in a person's worldview swiftly by explaining the facts of life and philosophical issues. In fact, virtually anything can effect a person's worldview! It all depends on how that person responds to what they see and hear in the world.
In the Life Picture diagram shown in Keith Ogorek's insightful book, "A Clear View," I believe that Family is the most important issue. I say this simply because the other issues are far less impactful in comparison with the family. How one treats family sets precedence for how one acts in society. Thus, in order to have great society, one must have a good family basis.
Thanks to anyone who bothers to read this. :) Feel free to comment or ask questions. Good night, 'Murica.
Sinceriously,
Micah Sample
