I doubt I'm the only one feeling super low this morning. Our world is shaped by a lot of malevolence, stupidity, and entrenched mediocrity, and personally, I find it hard to care about most things I once did anymore. Lost a lot of interest & ambition these last few years. Biggest "goal" is a nice day in the park, since I can't fix anything else.
Anyway. One more day on this editing project. 4 chaps and a read-through, then out it goes.
Hold on to yer hearts.
You're not alone. We're all just rooting around for the right vocabulary to describe the long existential hangover we're living through. Take care of yourself as best you can while moving through your slice of it all.
I feel like I have a bad hangover and I don't drink.
Hard to sleep last night thinking of things.
Be gentle with yourself today. Brains are strange terrains after a rough night's sleep. π If you can do something nice for yourself today, please do.
back at you.
Malevolence, stupidity, and entrenched mediocrity. You summed it up perfectly.
I can only hope the coming darkness will make us ache for the light so badly we'll wake up and fight. Especially against the mediocrity. We need to call that one out instead of looking the other way and pretending it isn't happening.
I wholeheartedly agree, Lise. I'm glad that my workflow this week meant I'd have to put off my Thursday post for the weekend; I want to be able to muster all the clarity I can when sifting through the slew of news these last few days (and waiting on today's SCOTUS). I've switched topics thrice already, just trying to wrap my head around the despair manifesting in Kenya, the EU, and the US alike: differently, but all tied into the same need for massive rethinks around systems of power.
Yep. The despair we feel needs to be turned into fuel. I don't know how that's going to happen, but it has to happen. We need to speak the truth about what we're seeing, and amplify those few voices in journalism and politics who do the same. I look forward to reading your next piece.
In these trying times, remember the Cogs of Wisdom to guide your spirit:
Fortuna Machina: Be kind to yourself, for self-compassion fuels resilience.
Aurea Mediocritas: Seek balance, embracing the golden mean in all things.
Virtus Interconnecta: Be excellent to each other, as connection fortifies the soul.
Non Sis Turbatio: Embrace calmness, avoiding unnecessary distress.
Hydratio Optima: Keep hydrated, maintaining physical and mental well-being.
Assume Medicamenta Cotidiana: Take your daily medications, safeguarding your health.
Gaudeamus Semper: Find joy in small moments, like a serene day in the park.
Stay strong, Acolyte!
Praise the Omnissiah!
You are a very talented spinner of lore, El Maxx. Thank you for extending that gift of play, kindness, and good cheer in my direction today. π Keep well yourself, eh?
Listen 'ere, when ya feelin' low, remember da Orky way!
WAAAGH! Power: Be strong, keep fightin'!
Dakka Dakka Dakka: Keep goin', no matter wot.
Gork an' Mork Know Best: Trust in da big bosses!
No Stoppin', Only WAAAGH!: Push forward, no turnin' back!
Krumpin' Time: Take care o' yerself, drink plenty, and enjoy da simple fings, like a day a good fist fight!
Hold on to yer heart, mate.
We's all in dis together!
#COSOWAAAAAGH
Ork Wisdom = Best Wisdom.
(Possibly because the Ork smashes the competition to bits before the competition has a chance to speak, but same difference! π)
@MLClark IZ TRUE ORK! YOU'LL MAKE A FINE WARBOSS!
@MLClark well said. Many of us.
@MLClark π―living on the "Edge of Chaos"
Really thankful to have you with us on the "edge", Dr. Tee. Thank you for everything you do to keep our communities going. π
Focusing on finding the helpers and enjoying nature.
I only schedule sadness and grief for 15 minutes a day.
And... oh look my schedule is full today
@MLClark precisely how I've been feeling, almost getting used to it