“Be a voice not an echo.” is a quote attributed to Albert Einstein. There are, I believe, many ways to understand and intrepret this.

My take is this: consider as much of the circumstances of any given situation as you can – with what you agree and with what you disagree.

Once you’ve mulled that around for a time, come to your own conclusions.

Next, consider whether you need and/or want to react/give voice to the situation. Use your own words, not someone else’s dogma.

Choose your words carefully, as words are containers of belief and have power – either spoken and/or written.

Finally, stand up for what you’ve said/written. Take responsibility.

Be your own voice.