The Ripple Effect
A devastating earthquake happens in Japan, throwing off a tsunami of great magnitude which completely destroys areas of that country, even changing the coastline. It is a horrific event, but it does not just affect Japan, because it causes ocean turbulence to speed across the ocean to Hawaii and even as far as the western coast of our country. The event affects us all in some way or another, some economically, some relationally, some physically, some emotionally and some politically. It is the same with our actions; they affect others around us both directly and indirectly. Our behavior usually is not life threatening to others, but it certainly may influence them in a variety of ways. It might make a job more difficult or it could cause a broken relationship. It may cost you financially or possibly lead to anger and frustration. No matter how small of insignificant you feel, you are important, therefore the things you do and the decisions you make are important because of the r...