Is your Dad bad?

Have you ever been asked, 

"Is your Dad bad?"

Well, let's unpack that. Do you stand by idly while every Tom, Dick, and Harry insults him without cause? Do you allow others to exploit him? Is it fair to assume that someone labeled as "bad" is incapable of any good deeds?

Speaking up for a father who may have made mistakes doesn't necessarily equate to love and affection. It's about navigating complex emotions and setting boundaries to protect oneself from toxicity. Personally, I have no desire to return to a turbulent existence devoid of both love and hatred. In that state of neutrality, it becomes clearer to distinguish between good and bad.

I often find myself pondering the selfishness of humanity. When people are in need, they turn a blind eye to flaws and faults. But as soon as the need disappears, they're quick to compile a laundry list of wrongdoings.

Ultimately, managing priorities isn't within everyone's capabilities. The beauty lies in swiftly discerning whom to leave behind for whom.

As adults, we each harbor our own philosophy and understanding of life, reflected in our actions, big and small. Understanding a person's underlying nature is more valuable than being shocked or worried.