Alejo Velarde, 32°
Commander of Kadosh
Solidarity is an important value that must be present in society and in every community around the world. According to the Oxford Dictionary, solidarity means a unity of actions or feelings that’s based around a group of people with shared interests.
But solidarity also goes further than just unifying us together. It also means that we notice and accept other people as our neighbors, and we remain committed and determined to work toward the greater good while remembering that we are all responsible for each other. We are all one big family.
There are many acts of solidarity we can do, such as attend charity events, volunteer, donate money or other goods, and so on. However, there are other acts we can make habits in our everyday lives that will also lead to solidarity.
The truth is that change doesn’t happen with one person fighting for it. It takes a community working together to make the world a better place.
Taking the time to communicate with each other and listen to what every person has to say is one step closer to solidarity. So, the next time you have a Brother, friend or relative in need, be sure they know they can count on you to help them through.
Finally, we all need to show a bit more gratitude. The act of being grateful for the people and possessions you have not only has a positive effect on you but also on those around you. So, to practice solidarity, we all need to remember to show gratitude.
In the end, solidarity almost boils down to simply being a better person. Regardless of how busy our everyday lives are, we’re never too busy to help others around us. And if you doubt this, just ask yourself, when everything is said and done, how will you be remembered?
Here is a quote by Marcus Aurelius: “Death smiles at us all; all we can do is smile back.”