Violence has been around forever. Think of the extreme violence at the Colosseum in Roman times. Part of the problem is that our young have more access to violence. They watch video games that numb them to mayhem and murder. If you have influence over a younger person, encourage them to get up and move around, go outside and go for a walk or do some stretching.

Explain to them that being outside and seeing the sun and the trees is healthy for them and that moving will keep them healthier and help them to live longer . Or ask them, "What do you think is better for you, watching video games that glorify violence and death for hours or getting up and moving around?"

Patrick Gilligan

Sterling Heights

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