Back by Popular Demand, well sorta

So there were some responses to my "are you out there" blog so I guess I am not just writing to a void.

I have noticed, especially lately, that humans as a whole are much more likely to pick the easy way out than the route that while it might take more work, is much more satisfying in the long run. What happened to having a back bone and standing up for ourselves and doing what is right for our life and well being?

Some examples: Was watching tv last week and a woman was on What Not To Wear who was in an abusive relationship for 7 years. Her boyfriend told her what to wear and forbid her from showing skin pretty much. Now that she's no longer with him she has gone the complete opposite and is now a nudist.

Another example: I have some friends who put up with a ton of crap from their bf/gf and instead of standing up for themselves, whether it be drawing the line, calling them out on it, or dumping them, just keep putting up with it. They tell me that they don't want to go through the pain of dumping them and dwell on the times that are great instead of putting the negative times under the microscope.

Why are humans like this? Why do we put up with racists, or people who treat us badly, or jobs that we hate, etc?

Is it because we don't want to face the opposition alone? Is it because our self esteem isn't high enough to take the beating of going out on a limb? Or are we just scared of the unknown, the road less traveled.

I try and live my life not allowing people to beat me down. I stand up for myself, as much as possible, and say whats on my mind. This does get me in trouble sometimes but I wouldn't have it any other way. If only other people found the value in standing up and just saying "no, thats not gonna fly". We might not have abusive relationships, racist people and crimes, overpowering people controlling our lives and more.

My message for all you reading this: If you're in a situation that leaves you feeling the need to stand up for yourself, don't hesitate. You are your strongest supporter. Look out for #1, its ok to do! Don't put up with the crap because you think you don't have the strength to stop it. You will be surprised what once you take the step for speaking out, you will have strength that you never thought you had.