Do you put your battle gear on when defending a cause? How about a bulletproof vest or anything similar? I’m speaking metaphorically of course here but the Ultimate Warrior, and then Warrior was always prepared for his many battles in and out of the ring. We may defend many causes in our own ways but think of those that truly matter to you. You might not stand in a picket line or protest but we all certainly fight for what we believe in. We should anyway. With many “causes,” (including Warrior on another level), I never seem to take my bulletproof vest off. Bring your arrows, πΉnegativity, and whatever else you can to my battle ground. It will all be deflected always.
Often times, I would imagine my vest of sorts with lots of different sections which represent areas of my life. There are words in one corner, actions in another, and let’s not forget a biggie of this day and age~~~ social media. Think of others that will come your way. Some will remain with us throughout our lifetime but look to your own vest for protection . As parents, we will defend our kids to the end of the Earth it seems but then well~ sometimes they will be in the wrong. The biggest cause we should always defend is ourselves. It took a long time for me to get there and I can be my worst critic, but continually must fight every day for the ME my armor protects. You need to do the same.
That photo below is shortly before the 1991 Royal Rumble where U.W. is defending his “cause” or title against Sgt. Slaughter. Us fans know how that ended but Warrior went on to fight for other causes even after his times in the WWF(E.) Like I’ve said before, I did not always agree with all his views on certain topics but by defending a cause, he had battle gear ready. Can you say the same? There definitely are some circumstances where we aren’t all the way to one side and that’s OK because we are entitled. Then, there are moments where we will never break or back down from. I look to my life here and several interests. There are so many I’ve had for years and yet never wavered from as they will get defended. They are my causes and I will forever defend them. This goes for people in your life, belief systems, or anything near and dear to your heart. It’s longevity. That’s the pinfall on all of this. β€οΈβπ₯
There will always be those huge causes throughout our lives much bigger than interests or hobbies and they affect us on a broader yet global scale. We are taught good versus bad and right versus wrong, but do your views change over time? They sure can as adults are free to decide on their own when to put that vest on, or when it isn’t fully needed. We may not be able to control another’s opinion, but we sure can have our own like a warrior should. No, we are not all humanitarians in the fullest sense of the word but should still have things that really make a difference in our lives… ππ»οΏΌ
I don’t argue with others on huge topics anymore like I used to. It isn’t worth my time and energy to do so. You can share your views while allowing them to share theirs. Be respectful and just agree to disagree. Some are open to newer perspectives, while others will never allow anything different to penetrate through their armor. Let it go despite frustration. Yes, being famous might give you more of an advantage to publicize your platform but again—one must get their battle warpaint and gear on. Just remember to become aware of consequences faced and decide if defending is still top priority for you. I continually work on this every day with people in my life.
We will be faced with so many issues at varying stages of our lives but how would YOU respond to critics not defending your cause? Maybe you won’t be bothered at all but there are those who spend years fighting for justice in one way or another. Warrior will always be defended by me because of knowledge gained, but he made his own choices while taking those risks. I’m sure many may disagree, but my armor bounces it all off. No, I don’t know everything he faced and won’t need to, but it never takes away from who he truly was deep inside. That’s what we need to remember. π₯Ή
I bet you’ve all had those holiday dinners where someone starts an unhealthy debate over an issue. It can be a big topic or a really insignificant one. It causes such discord that most always dread those times of year with families. π It doesn’t have to be that way and yet it becomes so aggravating. I’ve been there too and even then, I have to defend the peace instead of the crazy! Let’s play a board game. π²That’s how I defuse the bad energy but other ideas work too. Just think to yourself how a person isn’t really “bad” because you can’t agree, they are just different. I mean this statement about us regular folks and not more disturbed individuals. I KNOW it sounds cheesy and it’s hard to do at times but we don’t need all that extra stress. Family time should be special and if you don’t have the arguing, you are the lucky ones. π
You will know what causes to defend and which ones to just leave alone. Choose what’s right for you and see where it leads. You might be all in or just dipping a toe in. Once decided is when you can get your gear on and take it to the mat. My vest is always right near me as it has served well over the years. I will continue to defend my causes if need be and I expect you to do likewise. If the front lines aren’t for you, tend to the home fires. π₯ Just pick those causes that ignite the Warrior Spirit and fight with the greatest intensity you have. Make sure at the end of the day you will know that your armor or vest took a beating. If not, back to the battle ground you go.
***P.S. Despite the subject matter of this post, I do not condone violence but I understand it exists in our lives…. I will continue to pray for peace in areas of our world π that need it the most- especially those that have had battles for centuries… Let’s support the good and let the rest go… πππ»β€οΈβπ©ΉοΏΌοΏΌοΏΌοΏΌοΏΌοΏΌοΏΌ
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