LEAKY Boat : Know How Silent Sinks & Ignored Cracks Threaten Our Safest Shores

 

Imagine a group of kids happily playing on a sturdy boat gliding across a calm, sunny lake. Suddenly, one child notices water leaking through a hole in the boat’s floor. If that hole gets bigger, the boat will sink, putting everyone at risk.

But instead of fixing the problem, the other kids dismiss the warning with excuses:

• "Our boat is fine compared to others."

• "Why make a fuss????? Build your own boat if you don't like it."

• "Maybe the hole is a feature—it's kind of cooool."💞

• "I actually like the boat better with that hole."

• "Let’s not be negative."

• "Calm down, then maybe I’ll listen."

• "There are bigger problems to worry about."

Despite the clear danger —the boat is leaking—they ignore it, choosing denial over action.

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What This Looks Like in Real Life

In families, schools, or communities, 

when tough problems arise

— like a loved one struggling, 

— money issues, or 

— health concerns

people often:

• Downplay the issue.

• Attack or silence the person raising the alarm.

• Insist on keeping things the way they are, no matter the cost.

• Demand politeness over honesty.

• Distract themselves instead of dealing with the problem.

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Example: A Child Facing Bullying

When the child speaks up, common reactions are:

• "It’s not that bad; others have it worse."

• "If school is tough, just change schools."

• "You’re overthinking it."

• "Stop being so negative."

• "Speak nicely or I won’t listen."

• "There are bigger problems than bullying."

This leaves the child isolated and helpless, trapped in silence while the problem grows.

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Why It Matters

Ignoring problems lets them grow into crises. 

Facing them together and listening creates safety and healing.

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How to Fix the Hole

• Listen carefully when someone raises a concern.

• Don’t blame the messenger.

• Stay calm and focus on the issue.

• Work together to find solutions.

• Encourage honest and open communication.

Let’s be the team

[ T.E.A.M = Together Everyone Achieves More ] that fixes the boat, keeping everyone safe and moving forward.......