If we no longer see the other as truly human, we will have no need to consider their perspective or listen to their arguments.

First, forgiveness and seeking justice are not the same thing. While they are both other-regarding and virtuous, there are important differences.

Thompson founded the studio as part of her journey from competitive athletics to a philosophy of inclusive fitness, one where people from all fitness backgrounds can workout together, challenging and encouraging each other to live a healthy life.

I end the class by stating that if we are ever to move forward as a country, we must recognize that we (European Americans) committed the largest mass genocide in history, and we must ask for forgiveness. There is a sense of agreement among the students to this statement, as impossible of a reality as it may seem. Enter Standing Rock.

It is so easy for us to hide in our metal boxes as we speedily pass people in need. “Someone else will stop” we think to ourselves.

When we think about work ethic, we often think of the adult who works one or more jobs so she can support her family, pay all her bills, and live “responsibly.”