How to get into Star Wars for newbies pt. 2- The two sides of THE FORCE. (1 Viewer)

Ashla_K · 28 May 2020

This is the second part of my informative threads about Star Wars, if you missed part one, is here.

Now to the topic. What is The Force?

In the Star Wars universe, the term Force is used to describe the energy of the universe that creates and surrounds everything on it. As it flows and lives within all beings (living or not) everyone should be able to feel it, however, there are certain individuals who are naturally gifted in their use and sensitivity of the force. This isn't exclusive of one race since you may find very powerful individuals in totally different species.
As fas as the studies have found, the force has a concience but only those talented enough are able understand it and also has two sides: The Light Side and The Dark Side.

The light side is defined as the ``good side´´. In the light side we find peace, calmness and wisdom. According to the Jedi, the path to the light gives power and knowledge that should never be used for personal gain but for the protection and guidance of the creatures in the universe. In order to access this side of the force, one most let go of personal desires (ambitions), love (romantic love) and deep connections with others in order to avoid emotional disturbances that may lead to darkness.

The dark side of the force is defined as ``the bad side of the force´´. This one leads to chaos, destruction and intense power. In order to access the dark side, one must become the embodiment of the most dark thoughts and emotions such as rage, pain, fear (of loss). Usually, users of the dark side live only to satisfy their own goals and needs.

I must clarify that nobody is born in one side or the other. It's possible to have some inclinations but those can change drastically through life, esp. depending on what kind of circumstances an indivudual has to endure.

I hope you have enjoyed it up to here. I'll talk about the Jedi, the Sith and everything in between on the next thread.😉

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