By Staff Reporter
Ghana— Writer George Sichula has urged people to exercise independent judgment when they find an individual being rejected or criticised by a large group, saying the majority is not always right.
In a reflective message on human behaviour and character, Sichula argued that people should not automatically condemn someone simply because others have turned against them.
According to him, individuals who demonstrate strong discipline, principles, conviction, independence of thought and a refusal to compromise their values may sometimes become unpopular because their character makes others uncomfortable.
Sichula said people who are difficult to influence can also be labelled as “difficult,” “proud,” “arrogant” or “problematic,” particularly by those who may have benefited from their silence or willingness to conform.
He also shared a personal experience, recalling a time when he disliked someone largely because people around him disliked that individual.
“I never investigated. I simply followed the crowd,” Sichula said.
He explained that the experience changed his approach, saying he now believes in conducting his own research, listening carefully, observing people’s character and reaching independent conclusions.
Sichula’s central message is that public opinion should not replace personal judgment, particularly when accusations or rejection are directed at an individual.
He encouraged people to look beyond popularity and examine the circumstances surrounding conflicts before forming opinions.
“Never hate someone because the crowd hates them,” he said, adding that some of the qualities that make a person unpopular may also be the qualities that make them exceptional.
