We live in an era of revolution. There are constant revolutions occurring around us, from the Arab world to Latin America to even within our own country. Some start with large-scale protests that eventually lead to change, while others begin with a small action that sets off a larger chain reaction.

A few years ago, people didn’t realize how much power we give away through things like giving up meat or donating money to charity. It may not seem like a lot, but add it all together and you get big changes!

There’s always something someone can use about donated food to help them heal or understanding about why some things are done. By educating yourself on why other people do what they do, you’re bringing more awareness to their cause.

And then there are things like smart phones – technology that has totally transformed society. People used to rely on less tech, now everyone has at least one and most have several. A couple decades ago, only rich kids had them, but now they are a must have for any adult.

All these little gadgets connect people; they form communities, facilitate communication, and create opportunities to do good. Whether it’s sharing resources or knowledge, buying products connected to charities, or just creating conversation about causes, smartphones play a major role in changing societiesfor the better.

Gains support

Recent events in America have shown us that a revolution can start with something very small. Something seemingly insignificant, even if it is for only one person.

What happened to free speech at Berkeley was an example of this. Student protesters gathered outside of a talk given by conservative speaker Milo Yiannopoulos where they started chanting “Bye bye racist!” As soon as he left campus, students surrounded his car and pelted it with rocks. This led to him calling police who then arrested several people.

This isn't an isolated event either. Many colleges are becoming battlegrounds over politics, race and identity. College campuses seem to be the perfect place for clashes over these things due to their open nature and ease of access.

There were riots and protests after Donald Trump won the election, which show how quickly our society can become divided. It's important to remember that before the election almost everyone knew who would win. Now there is clearly a polarizing figure head so tensions rise.

Many people feel like their views are not represented in the media or government, which creates a sense of disenfranchisement. When people feel like they do not belong, violence and rioting are often next.

Enforces limits

A revolution will not happen unless there are strong enforced limitations on how wealthy or powerful people are.

A few generations ago, most of the world lived in limited resource systems. You had access to enough food, water, shelter, and education to survive and thrive.

This is no longer the case for the majority of people in the planet. In many parts of the globe, if you aren’t part of the rich elite, you don’t have access to adequate resources to live a healthy life.

You can’t rely on others to take care of you because you are too weak compared to those who have all the resources.

Resources include financial assets such as money, land, natural resources (e.g., oil), and technology.

It also includes non-monetary things like education and health services. These things are important to staying alive and thriving.

If you want these things, you need to be part of the privileged group.

Uprisings happen

All great revolutions begin with an uprising. They are when many people come together to demand change. It can be something as simple as one person standing up for what they believe in, or large groups of people taking action against things that they no longer like.

A revolution happens not because someone is very intelligent, or has lots of money, but because there comes a time where enough is more than enough. When you have had it all and you feel nothing changes, well then do something about it!

There will always be people who are willing to keep doing things the same way, but eventually, that will stop working. Doing the same thing over and over will make everything fall flat.

It takes a lot of work and energy to stay ahead in the world, which is why most people don’t try to change anything unless theyare really desperate. But once a situation becomes too much, even people that seem stable break down and do things they never thought they would.

When that moment arrives, everyone seems to find a reason to motivate them into action, and suddenly everything falls into place.

Potential conflicts

There are always potential conflicts in every organization. You will never have a situation where there is no challenge or disagreement. This happens because people bring different experiences, values, and agendas to work.

In fact, one of the biggest reasons most organizations fail is that they can’t handle a conflict well.

Many employers make the mistake of thinking that being diplomatic and avoiding disagreements are the best strategies for success. But these types of behaviors only perpetuate the status quo, which creates more problems in the future.

You must be able to recognize a conflict as a conflict and not escalate it. If you cannot do this, then you should look into whether your job is right for you.

It's important to remember that even small things like an email or conversation can set off a larger argument or feud, so try to avoid creating any kind of confrontation unless you are prepared for something bigger.

Avoid getting drawn into a conflict if you can. It may feel uncomfortable at first, but by walking away you can save yourself from potentially ruining your career or friendship.

It isn’t perfect

We can't depend on it, but we can work with it — we can use its strength to empower others around us. That's how revolutions happen.

We've seen this before. A group of people get so fed up that they do something about it. They take action.

A few years ago, there was a small sign outside a restaurant telling customers that their food would be paid for by taxpayers if they wanted to leave. Most people ignored it. But some took notice and left hungry.

These individuals decided to go somewhere else where they could afford to eat. And many other people saw their actions and learned from them. Within weeks, everyone knew about the pay-for-your-own-food movement.

It was an effective way to convey a message and spread awareness. This is what happens during a revolution.

People learn about the problem and then they do something about it. Sometimes their actions are direct, like leaving a business because it doesn’t agree with your political beliefs. Other times, they create a conversation or debate that encourages someone close to you to do the same.

That person might not actually walk out right away, but eventually, they do.

The movement continues

Recent events have shown that there is still plenty of passion for the revolutionary spirit within the anarchist community. Many people are actively involved in anarchism, whether it be through direct action or other forms such as anti-capitalist work or educational projects.

There were over 1,000 people at an event celebrating the one year anniversary of Occupy Wall Street last month, not including those who spoke afterwards! This show how many people feel about anarchism and the Occupy Movement.

The success of these movements comes from their ability to inspire others. What made the initial protests successful was that they sparked mass participation in the form of individuals expressing discontent with the status quo and voicing their opinions.

This article will talk more about some ways you can get involved in the anarchist cause and what types of activities the community does during times of engagement. But first, why should you?

Why should you be an anarchist?

Many people say that being an anarchist means hating authority and capitalism. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Having an authoritarian figure tell you what to do or use power to take advantage of others isn’t something most anarchists condone.

However, opposing systems like this takes effort to stay engaged with and devote time to. Systems like this need money to operate which leads to another reason why anarchists value money less than others.

Systems like this need resources to survive which can easily be turned into things like food and shelter.

Lessons learned

Recent events have shown that we as humans are not very well adjusted. We are constantly changing, evolving, developing, growing. This is what makes us live here on Earth!

There’s a reason why evolution exists- to make sure that the most resilient organisms survive in difficult environments.

We need to remember this when it comes to surviving our current lives and living with other people.

It is crucial to remain stable and consistent if you want to ensure your success. Don’t change who you are for someone else or to keep them happy.

You are being influenced by everything around you including others' actions and reactions, so choose important things like yourself over something else every once in a while.

Don't let anyone push you into doing things you don’t want to do - stand up for yourself and ask for their help but don’t take it unless and until you're ready.

Follow the money

Recent events in our country have shown us that social distancing is not a short-term solution to our health crisis. It’s expensive!

If you listen to the pundits, we’re spending too much time staying at home and practicing social distancing. They say it’s unnecessary because we are still recovering from the effects of the Coronavirus and people are starting to feel better.

They also say there aren’t enough resources available to keep us healthy once this pandemic passes.

Their advice? Keep gathering and shopping until things return to normal.

It’s difficult to tell if their theories are coming from pure concern for our well being or if they have another motive in mind.

We can probably assume most experts want us to stay at home and avoid large groups as long as possible so that they will get paid more money when we do start reopening businesses and traveling.

That doesn’t sound like an encouraging message for individuals who wish to spend time outside and help pump up the economy.

After all, why would anyone go out unless they had to?

A good place to look for answers about whether or not these expert theories make sense is by looking at how popular past economic revolutions ended.

In this article, I will share some examples of what happened during previous epidemics and how we can apply them to today’s situation.