Due to the stigma associated with homelessness, those without homes are often dehumanized and seen as lesser people. Since my personal philosophy implies having appreciation and love for all people, my views on homeless people have not changed substantially. Thus, I continue to have respect for them and view their lives as equally important to those of the rest of community members.
At the same time, exploring the issue of homelessness further has helped me realize that homeless people have to face an immeasurably greater range of challenges than people who have home have to manage. Namely, I have realized the power of homeless people’s resilience. Living on the street involves facing multiple threats to one’s life, which is why homeless people should be seen as especially vulnerable.
Furthermore, it has become evident to me that homeless people are much more vulnerable to a range of health issues. These include not only physical but also mental health concerns. Therefore, even though I already had as much love and compassion to homeless people as I had for any other community member, I have grown to sympathize with the specified demographic to an even greater extent.
The phenomenon of homelessness might seem to be a threat solely to particularly vulnerable and marginalized groups. However, on further exploration of the subject matter, it becomes evident that the specified problem may affect anyone. Therefore, I continue to view homeless people as those deserving of equal compassion and sympathy as those having a home.
Since I view homeless people as fellow human beings first, I continue to promote the idea that they deserve equal love and respect. Appreciation and love for all human being, their wealth or the absence thereof notwithstanding, is the core of my personal philosophy. Therefore, I will continue advocating for their right to be seen and supported.