Ciao!! So after diving into thoughts about life and time, there's one more thing that constantly bothers me Discrimination. It's one of those words that shouldn't exist, but sadly, it's everywhere. Whether we admit it or not, our world is full of invisible lines lines that divide, separate, and hurt.
Discrimination isn't always loud. Sometimes, it's silent, subtle, and hidden behind smiles. It's in the way someone looks at you, ignores you, or treats you differently not because of who you are, but because of what you are. Your gender, caste, religion, color, language, body size, or even your choice of clothes can become a reason for someone to judge you. That's the reality.
Growing up, I saw things that didn't feel right. A friend getting mocked for his skin tone. A girl being told to "behave" a certain way just because she was a girl.
Someone being excluded because of their last name or where they came from. And when I asked why, the answer was always the same: "That's just how things are."
But why? Why is that just how things are? Who decided that some people are better than others? I don't get it. I still don't.
We're all born the same way. We all cry, laugh, bleed, and dream. So where does this hate come from? I think it's taught. Not always through words, but through actions, systems, media, and silence. When we don't speak up, when we ignore it, we become part of the problem. Some people say, "It's not that big of a deal." But it is. Ask the person who faces it every day.
Ask the girl who's judged for wearing what she wants. Ask the guy who's overlooked for a job because of his surname. Ask the kid who's bullied for looking different. For them, it's not just a moment. It's a weight they carry everywhere.
And the worst part? Most of the time, people don't even realize they're being discriminatory. They think it's just a joke, just tradition, just their opinion. But what they don't see is the damage they leave behind. Words can cut deeper than knives. Actions can leave invisible scars.
Discrimination isn't just in people's behavior. It's built into systems. It's in hiring practices, school admissions, beauty standards, media representation. It's when someone assumes you're not smart just because you speak a different language or come from a rural area.
I've always believed in this simple thing: respect. Respect people not because they're like you, but because they're human. We don't have to agree with everyone, but we can still treat them with dignity.
Imagine a world where people are seen for who they are, not what they are. Where you don't have to hide your identity just to fit in. Where you're not judged by your background, but by your character. That's the kind of world I want to live in.
Now, I'm not saying I'm perfect. I've laughed at things I shouldn't have. I've stayed quiet when I should've spoken up. But I'm learning. And that's what matters. Awareness is the first step toward change. We need to start unlearning the biases we grew up with. We need to call out unfairness when we see it even when it's uncomfortable.
Especially when it's uncomfortable. Because real change doesn't come easy. It comes from facing hard truths and choosing to be better.
Every person has a story. And often, discrimination erases that story before it can be told. It puts people into boxes, limits their potential, and makes them feel like outsiders in their own home.
Sometimes, it shows up in schools. A student with a different background being ignored by the teacher. Or students whispering about someone's lunch, mocking them for their culture. Kids aren't born with hate. They learn it. From us. Then there's workplace discrimination. People being passed over for promotions because they "don't fit the company culture." Or assumptions being made because of someone's name or appearance. These aren't rare stories they're everyday realities.
Social media, too, plays a role. It can spread awareness, but it also spreads hate. Look at any comment section and you'll find stereotypes, trolling, and discrimination disguised as "opinions."
Movies and ads often reinforce narrow standards of beauty, success, and "normal." They create an image of what's acceptable, and everything outside of that is treated as less. That affects how we see others and how we see ourselves.
We must ask ourselves who benefits from discrimination? It's never the people being judged. It's always those in power who maintain control by dividing others. That's why unity is so powerful. When we stand together, these walls start to fall. We need to amplify the voices of those who've been silenced. Listen more. Judge less. Stand up even when it's uncomfortable. Especially when it's uncomfortable.
I've seen people change when they hear someone's real story. When it's no longer just a "type of person," but a friend, a colleague, a classmate. That's when empathy begins.
We should teach empathy as much as we teach math. Kindness as much as competition. Because success means nothing if you step on others to get there.
Discrimination doesn't make someone superior. It reveals their ignorance. If you need to look down on someone to feel good, the problem isn't with them it's with you.
Everyone deserves to feel safe, valued, and free. Not just a few. Not just the majority. Everyone. Gender discrimination is another ugly reality. Girls being told they can't do things boys can. Women being questioned more, paid less, and respected less. It's 2025. Why are we still here?
Casteism still exists too, even if people pretend it doesn't. In schools, workplaces, even marriages. It's not ancient history it's current reality for many.
Racism is real. The obsession with fair skin is still pushed in ads, families, and society. As if your worth depends on your skin tone. How messed up is that?
Body shaming. It's everywhere from jokes to memes to judgments. Too fat, too thin, too tall, too short. Too much of something. Never "just right." When will we learn to accept bodies as they are? For me personally body shaming was a major problem in my school days.
Language discrimination exists, too. People being mocked for accents, dialects, or not speaking fluent English. But language is just a tool, not a measure of intelligence or worth.
What about people with disabilities? So often, they're overlooked, underestimated, or treated as burdens. But they deserve access, respect, and opportunities just like anyone else.
And yes, religious discrimination. We touched on this before, but it runs deep. Judging people based on what they wear, who they pray to, or what holidays they celebrate that's not freedom. That's fear and ignorance disguised as culture.
To fight discrimination, we must first recognize it in ourselves. In our words, our jokes, our assumptions. It's not about being perfect. It's about being aware.
Speak up when you see it. Don't laugh at the joke. Don't stay silent when someone's being mistreated. Silence supports the bully, not the victim.
Uplift others. Encourage diversity. Be curious about cultures, stories, and perspectives different from your own. Diversity isn't a threat it's a gift.
Discrimination thrives in closed minds. But open minds can build bridges. Let's open our minds, our hearts, and our circles.
Let's stop looking for ways to divide each other. Let's start looking for what connects us. Even small actions count. Including someone who's left out. Correcting a friend. Educating yourself. Choosing kindness.
It's not about being a hero. It's about being human. Every time you choose empathy over ego, love over hate, courage over comfort you're changing the world in small but powerful ways. We've got a long way to go. But change is possible. And it starts with us.
Discrimination might wear different masks racism, sexism, casteism, ableism, and so on but at its core, it's the same thing: injustice. It survives in silence and fear. But it ends with awareness and action.
Let's not wait for a law or a leader to fix it. It starts with us. With the jokes we stop laughing at, the biases we question, the people we include, and the respect we give.
Because in the end, we're all just trying to live our lives with a little love, a little peace, and a lot of hope. Let's not make it harder for each other.
Once again if you have reached till here thank you soooooo much, it always motivates me ;)
That's it for this chapter...
Thank You ;)