Realism vs idealism in IR, and normative vs empirical approach. So turns out, I have been an idealist throughout my life, and have always focussed on what should be without giving due importance to what is. I have faced a lot of setbacks in my personal life, ranging from family to friends, and relationships. Now, I still have my principles and morals intact, but also, l look at things as how they are. This has made my life so different than before, and it feels sort of liberating.
