Take It For Granted and Savour The Consequences

Written by Fred Farai Nyakudanga

There are times when our eyes see no evil, hear no evil, especially when we're dealing with people we hold in high esteem. We're easily thrilled by fleeting gestures, without considering the greater outcomes. Credibility isn't measured by a single event. Even the friendliest person can cause harm, just like food poisoning.

Why Take It For Granted?

1. Lazy to take the full circle: People might take things for granted because they don't want to put in the effort to understand the full implications or consequences of their actions. Be cautious of excessive friendliness; it can be suspicious.

2. Duped: Individuals might be misled or deceived into thinking things will always work out in their favor, leading them to take things for granted. We're often overly impressed, approving things without due care.

3. Lack of consequences: When people don't face immediate consequences for their actions, they might become complacent and take things for granted. When you steal the jail will be far away and it may look so unreal.

4. Oversight: Simple mistakes or oversights can lead people to take things for granted, assuming everything will work out fine.

5. Familiarity: When people become too familiar with a situation or process, they might start to take it for granted.

6. Complacency: Success or comfort can lead to complacency, causing individuals to take things for granted. Current Success may appear invincible.

7. Lack of accountability: Without accountability, people might feel less inclined to take responsibility for their actions and take things for granted.

8. Assumptions: Making assumptions about how things will work out can lead people to take things for granted.

Conclusion:

Taking things for granted can have severe consequences. It's essential to remain vigilant, critically evaluate situations, and avoid assumptions. By recognizing the reasons why we take things for granted, we can cultivate a more mindful and responsible approach to life. Remember, complacency can be costly. Stay alert, and don't take things for granted.

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