The Foolishness That Permeates Everyday Life

It’s astonishing how easily people allow themselves to be swept into misconceptions. Take the other day, for example. I came across individuals who believed that the dogs I was feeding—just basic roti and water once a day—were somehow a threat. They thought the mere act of offering care to these animals would provoke aggression or rather barking itself! LOL

This is the level of ignorance that surrounds us. People form opinions based on assumptions, not understanding. They see a simple, kind act and immediately jump to the worst conclusions. It reflects how many choose to live their lives, viewing situations through fear lens, judgment, and misinformation.

We live in a world where this kind of thinking isn’t rare—it’s pervasive. Personal choices to health practices, people often react from a place of ignorance rather than understanding. They rush to conclusions without stepping back to assess the full picture.

A lack of basic comprehension is unforgivable. Offering a basic meal and animal shelter for their street survival is humanitarian, not inhuman. Being born in that street is not a crime. Such a stubborn mindset is an evil mindset rather than being foolish. It has often made me wonder what foods they eat and what practices they do make them think this way! Unkind and cruel. These are the same ones who put their RIP posts for Ratan Tata. I wonder if they know about his humanitarian work at all!!

Just because something is unfamiliar doesn’t make it dangerous. Just because someone feeds dogs basic food and water doesn’t mean they’re setting themselves up for trouble. Yet, this is the kind of absurd thinking that often governs behavior. People are conditioned to see threats in harmless actions, whether in animals, health practices, or even in the choices others make.

This misguided approach harms not only others but also the individual who refuse to see beyond their narrow worldview. Life is not as simple as labeling things based on fear. The more we stay trapped in this mindset, the more we perpetuate cycles of misunderstanding and misjudgment.

The truth is, that most of what we fear is a reflection of our insecurities. If you cannot comprehend the harmlessness of feeding a dog, you’re blind to the broader, more compassionate view.

It’s time to recognize that this kind of thinking is toxic. Whether it’s how we treat animals, each other, or our health, fear-based decisions breed foolishness. Instead of reacting, start reflecting. Instead of assuming, start understanding. The world would be far better if more people took the time to pause, question their biases, and open their minds to the reality that most fears are unfounded.

What if we could all stop acting on assumptions? What if, instead of seeing threats everywhere, we began to see opportunities for learning, growth, and kindness?

Dr. Sowmya embodies the clarity and wisdom sorely needed in a world often clouded by misconceptions. She, too, recognizes that many of the fears people hold—whether about feeding dogs or health practices—are rooted in a lack of understanding, not reality. Through her work, she encourages others to break free from limiting beliefs and embrace a more thoughtful, compassionate approach to life.

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