Letting a friend make a mistake is better than saying or doing something not to destroy friendship. |
It is often said that letting a friend make a mistake is preferable to saying or doing something not to destroy friendship. Some people agree with this statement in that people can learn more things through mistakes. At first glance, this opinion seems to be somewhat appealing. However, I disagree with not saying or doing something when friends make a mistake because of in order to prevent friends from unpleasant hardship and unnecessary situation and to keep a friendship in the long run. To begin with, people should help their friends to stay out of trouble, otherwise they could suffer. It is obvious that when those including family, co-worker, and friends are happy, I can feel satisfaction and security as well. On the other hand, they are in unhappy situation, I would feel not happiness. For example, Kyu Ri, one of my high school mates, was drinking alcohol at the party a couple of years ago. After party ended, he insisted on driving home and we made a statement that you should find another way to home. However, He shouted at us to mind our own business, and eventually we gave to avoid a fight. The next day, we heard the news that Kim Jun died in car accident. I felt guilty and regret that saying him not driving in the end. In addition, when you say or do something for friends who make a mistake, you can keep a friendship in the long term. Of course, some friction can occur among them, but the friend who makes a mistake eventually will realize his mistake and thank his friend who talked to him. For instance, when I was freshman, I used to skip history class. I asked my friends, Sue and Min, to call out my name when professor checked attendance. Min made a statement OK, but Sue rejected my opinion and even warned me not to do it. I thought Sue was not my best friend. However, I realized that skipping a class was my mistake and thanked Sue’ opinion. In short, I firmly believe that telling to friends who make a mistake is better than letting it. This is because I not only can keep friends from hardship, but also maintain a friendship in the long run. |