I find it hard to believe that very many of the people coming across the borders into the United States are gang members, criminals, and terrorists, unless we are truly at war. However, if some people exhibit these symptoms and signs of illness, they need help. Most of them have been through hell.  Moreover, they have been through extreme survival zone suffering, such that they need holistic, well-motivated, positive-energy people to help them. They need to go to hospitals at times and get accepted again.   Before getting accepted, they need to go through reconciliations, confessions, and counseling.   We should not be going to war with these people, as they are likely among the most in need of help in our world.   By getting the hospital help they need, they will become holistic, well-motivated, positive-energy people again.   Furthermore, we need absolutely everyone on earth to contribute to our desired future conditions.   We don’t need them to be in situations of liability, like prisons and jails.   We need to change our perspective, moving away from adversarial types of confrontation toward holistic, well-motivated, positive-energy actions.   Therefore, these people will be initiated into society again, allowing them to devote all their energy to holistic sustainability.

I wish to share some reflections on the complex discourse surrounding individuals arriving at our borders and already in this country.  It is a disservice to the nuances of this humanitarian situation to broadly label all who seek refuge or new beginnings as inherently criminal, dangerous, or adversarial. Such generalizations obscure the profound human narratives at play and impede the development of truly effective and humane functioning.

Many of these individuals arrive having endured unimaginable suffering – fleeing persecution, violence, war, or severe deprivation. Their journeys are often fraught with further trauma, leaving deep psychological and emotional scars. When some exhibit behaviors that raise concerns, it is often a symptom of this profound trauma and desperation, rather than an innate criminal intent. To address these challenges effectively, we must first recognize the underlying causes.

Instead of an approach rooted in suspicion and confrontation, which only serves to deepen divisions and exacerbate suffering, we are called to embrace a paradigm of empathy, support, and integration. Our focus should be on therapeutic intervention and robust rehabilitation, rather than solely punitive measures. This involves providing comprehensive medical care, specialized trauma-informed psychological services, and opportunities for counseling and reconciliation where past harm or personal struggles need to be addressed.

By investing in these critical services, we offer a path for individuals to heal, to process their experiences, and to rebuild their lives with dignity. This proactive approach transforms potential societal liabilities into assets. When individuals are supported in their recovery and integration, they are empowered to become contributing members of our communities, sharing their unique skills and perspectives.

Ultimately, our collective well-being depends on fostering an environment where every individual has the opportunity to thrive. Shifting from an adversarial stance to one of collaborative, compassionate action will not only address immediate humanitarian needs but also cultivate a more resilient, inclusive, holistic, and sustainable society for all. Let us commit to a future where healing and opportunity are prioritized, enabling everyone to contribute positively to our shared prosperity.