3. Second Chances

The idea of giving people second chances, has always caused allot of debate in society. We are told by society to forgive people, to give them another chance, that we must be the better person and "let it go". But as human beings, we are generally not designed to forgive, we resent, hate, and demand punishments for those who deserve it. But we are quick to request it for ourselves, hoping the other person is a better person then we are. Its needless to say, we as humans don't like to talk about this. 

Forgiveness and second chances, make for nice story books and movies, but seldom do they happen in real life. Once again, such a concept is far beyond the reach of our emotional species. Second chances at the same time, are rarely deserved and allot of times squandered. The best examples for second chances are those in prison and those in relationships. It is a well known fact that most of those who leave prisons, tend to be back within a few weeks, throwing away their "second chance". With relationships, it had been shown and observed by many, that those who are selfish and abusive are always forgiven, while those who are caring and loving, are rarely forgiven. This concept is rarely done OR done right. 

I personally believe that EVERYBODY should have a second chance, if they DESERVE it. For example, lets say a prisoner is on death row for murder, if he can legitimately declare he is sorry and wishes he could take it back, then in my eyes he's redeemed, but we all still must pay for our crimes, but I would say he could die with a clear conscious. With relationships it is different, many times we are forced whether to break up with or take someone back, and that decision is a hard one for everybody. But far too many times, do I see that those who DO NOT deserve it taken back. If that question is in your mind, just see who this person is, see their history, what they have done to you. Only you can decide if they DESERVE a second chance, because only you will face the consequences of your choice. Don't let blind obsession or anger cloud your reason, we ALL make mistakes, but only some of us deserve a second chance. Its your job alone whether you give second chances and are worthy of receiving them too.