to understand

"I came to understand that there is no decision made without consequence, no choice without responsibility, no privilege without obligation, and no change for the better without torment." - Michael Clarke, Shinseidokan Dojo

Comments: Change is inevitable and a part of life especially in conflict and violence. It comes down to acquired and accumulated knowledge but more important is how you use that knowledge. Then the intestinal fortitude, awareness and maturity to make the right decisions because whatever is decided and acted upon will have consequences, ramifications and repercussions, i.e., mentally, physically, and legally.