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“If I said it, I meant it; bite my tongue for no one”

Virtues: Self-fulfillment, self-respect, courage

Case Study from: www.vacantlot.org

An ode to the 'Stand Up Guy'; the one who has too much pride to admit when he's wrong. Another common word; being 'stubborn'. I have been labelled as such a person, but those who said it are foolish. However, it can be said that there has been a decrease in people 'sticking to their words'; it seems like in the face of any adversity or opposition, people are quick-fast to switch up their story or script. Yes, it may be better to bend than break, however one who repeatedly does so can not be taken at their word any more.

P****FICATION OF THE WORLD

I wish, but nah, I didn't make this word/theory up, but it happens on a daily basis and is based on several factors. Before I get into the factors, the pussification of the world relates to people in general, but more specifically men, not speaking their mind; biting their tongue -- because of the growing concern for sensitivity and accommodating people's feelings .... (i'm making baby crying sounds). Oh yes, here are the several factors that have cause the pussification of the world:

- Feminist movement

- Activism

- Technology

- Fall of Marxism

If you can make a rational, reasonable, and logical argument about any topic in the world (yes, even concerning race), then you should not bite your tongue because someone might be 'offended' with your comments. As long one does not talk with ignorance, then you should be free to voice your opinion, we do live in a free society, correct? However, one must also consider the consequences of our freedom of speech; as some may respond back with an argument, or worse, in a physical manner. If you are not going to bite your tongue, you can be considered a 'loose cannon'; a loose cannon that had better be ready to scrap it out when need be.

EVEN to RELATIONSHIPS

Furthermore, a lot of you dudes need to man up; a woman wants someone to mean what they say, and say what they mean. None of this 'Oh baby, I didn't really mean that', listen, when you say that, you might as well throw up the white flag, hand in your concession, cut off your manhood, because your girl now owns you. Even if you are wrong, and might of said something in the heat of the moment, you obviously said because you meant it. Don't take back your word.

A man really only has two things that distinguishes him from everyone other species: his balls and his word.

It is a dependent connection.

Stand Up!