People always tell me that I am naive. They tell me that
we live in a dangerous place, that I won’t survive by always doing the right
thing. They tell me that the world is full of liars, and that often times, it
is the liars who win. They tell me that people are selfish, that behind nice deeds
are always ulterior motives. They tell me that I am too innocent. They tell me
that they know better.
Sometimes, I believe them. I am too trusting, and so it
is easy to let them convince me that I am too trusting.
But I am telling you right now – don’t believe them.
Don’t let the world take away your innocence. Don’t let it harden you. Don’t
let bitterness or anger make you forget what kindness is. Don’t let stress and
worry become your whole life. Don’t let experience diminish your curiosity. Just
don’t become one of them.
