5 Life Lessons From Sandpaper Gate

#5 Repercussions

Newton’s third law of motion states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. In philosophical terms, for everything you say or do, there can be a reaction from someone who has heard you say something or is affected by what you’ve done. Actions have consequences and repercussions.

A week ago, three cricketers tampered the ball in order to get the ball to reverse swing. It is a level two offence as per the International Cricket Council. However, its repercussions have caused mental trauma and financial loss to the cricketers. It has labelled them as cheats and caused outrage amongst fans.

While thinking and executing any act, one must be consciously aware of the repercussions it might cause to oneself, one’s immediate environment, and the world at large.