Fragility, which almost seems like an out-of-order currency, a vanished language, a useless thermometer of weakness, is actually very modern. In times when we need not only to share, but also to show kindness, responsibility towards others. From the close relative to the neighbor, from the man and the woman who, with children, come from far away, to whom we have beside us, by choice or duty, every single day.
Fragile is considered (and is) the opposite of strong, except to discover, as some revolutions also teach, that it is not the fragile that always loses.
Rather. Fragility can give greatness to the inspiration of a poet (do you remember the immortality of Giacomo Leopardi?) As it can be the lever of a creative and revolutionary force. Provided that it does not turn into resignation and sloth.
Everything is fragile. From an idea, of which we were convinced to arrogance and arrogance, to a feeling that fades with the wear of time. From a hope, without which we lack the oxygen of utopia, of dream, of the impossible translated into possible, of a certainty, which collapses under the blows of a breath, especially if it has weak bases. From the joy, we dream of as unattainable, to the pain, to the sadness that comes to us without warning. Everything is fragile, but our strength, as an American philosopher and writer wrote, “matures from weakness”. From the virtue, all to be rediscovered, of fragility.
We need civility more than ever these days. And we need people like Aldo who have great ideas, communicate them extremely well and engage people in a positive way.
Thank You Mohammed.
Too generous of you!
I appreciate your thoughts, Aldo. Allowing the fragility to be felt, to be acknowledged, can be a pivot point for moving forward in strength.
Thank you Kathleen,
It is truly an honor for me that you have read and commented on my point of view.
Aldo this article proves that you are every bit the writer I thought you were. GREAT JOB!
Your appreciation is always an honor.
It was great to see an article from you. I hope you will consider publishing more articles.
Took delight in reading especially the last paragraph. Life all around can be fragile, is fragile.
Thanks a loto for your attention. Appreciate.
Great story, Aldo, without fragility there would be no kindness. Strong Ink my friend.
I really liked Len’s comment Aldo and your piece. Fragile is an underused term today and you have illuminated and made me think of the value, the inherent possibility of strength, and the expansiveness of what around is truly fragile – and that is, yes, everything!
Great article, Aldo, that shines a light on your vast experience and knowledge of personal interactions. Thanks for sharing.