In war, the purpose of throwing a spear is to kill an enemy � to complete a selfish goal. While holding a spear back to throw it, one can only see the front point, and the target. In the rage that inspires one to use the spear, haste is inevitably utilized, and once it is tossed, the second point comes into sight. Suddenly thee is an unforeseen pain that they are now forced to deal with because of their quick and rash reasoning. Literally, this is the flesh and blood that is now exposed to daylight. Metaphorically, it is the aforementioned guilt and regret one experiences when they know they have done something morally wrong. In most movies involving death and murder, there are almost no tears shed for a deceased henchman. In real life, the murderer knows that (s)he has just ended the life of another sentient being, and deep psychological trauma scars them for the rest of their lives. These consequences are certainly worth reconsidering one�s intentions for.
So why resort to violence in the first place? Why not find a more diplomatic solution to solve one�s problems? Well the second point � the one that scars the user, is impetuosity. Violence is an animal instinct. When surrounded by predators, one gets overwhelmed and cannot think of anything to do other than fight back. It is the most rudimentary of defense techniques, but it is the first one that comes to mind. While violence is a natural method of resistance, mankind has developed alternative ways � like negotiation � to resolve their conflicts. Thus, the primitive style of fighting to the death is obsolete, and man can fix problems without shedding a drop of blood. In a rushed situation, however, it is understandable that one would resort to violence. It is not necessarily excusable, because a mere moment of contemplation can bring back modern logic. In that moment, subsequent consequences are analyzed, and a proper defense is construed.
It is fear that drives one to violence. Fear overrides perception and logic, for a juvenile delinquent who has just been caught speeding to pull out a gun and begin shooting at the police, only to be ultimately apprehended, is simply a fear of being held responsible for his irresponsible actions. It is the fear of imminent consequences that causes a harmful reaction, but it is that choice to resort to violence that leads to potentially worse consequences. Would a life in prison be worth a moment of �success� in shooting a cop off his motorcycle, or would the preferred action just be to pay the fine, and possibly spend a few days in jail? Had the kid thought ahead, he/she would have realized that by resorting to violence, they were admitting defeat, and acknowledging that they did not have the control to manage the situation maturely.
Foresight is necessary in making decisions. What can one get from a moment o triumph over an obstacle when one only made it through by turning to base tactics? Guilt is the only reward, save whatever actions are taken by the law. When preparing to throw a spear, one needs to look behind them and recognize the consequences of their actions. Otherwise, they will be caught unaware, and will have to suffer the results. Find a more peaceful medium between violence and becoming the helpless victim of violence � negotiate out of a situation. Do not be afraid to rethink your initial course of action. Once you�ve looked behind you at the potential consequences, look ahead to see if you are willing to endure them.