Watching schools of fish glide through the water, their synchronized movements were charming. Despite the various species in densely populated aquariums, they swam respectfully to each other; a harmonious display of choreography with a certain preciseness. They are impeccable with their spacial dynamics and navigate the waters and the current gracefully unlike humans. We often collide, clash, pang and bump into each other- sometimes with our literal bodies but frequently in our interchange. According to Pew Research Center, “Far more Americans see ‘very strong’ partisan conflicts now than in the last two presidential election years.” We even carry on metaphorically; drowning in the dogmatism of ideology but there’s a lesson somewhere. What I’ve come to understand is that man’s natural tendency is down; being deeply encumbered- motivated by themes like power and greed (not just food and territory). This is in stark comparison to these aquatic entities who can offer us a lesson or 2 from their play book. The observation of these vertebrates made me think on the significance of stimulating good will between individuals. It becomes apparent that fish could teach us how to live together harmoniously. To take this a step further; maybe people will someday look to marine existence, as a model for how life should be lived.