Dude, that still hurts.
A dead Greek sage Epicurus fretted over family. We are not here without some. As we partner or attempt to form one it exposes raw emotion, aspiration and desire. Family is the simplest relational unit humanity has forged. It is relatedness measurable and mixing, mothers are societal glue and genetic chimeras. We leave our mother they hold onto our genes and literally become a bit of us and their partners.
The culture we learn, the stories we tell and the compassion we show is oft rooted within in their lessons. The ones of early family. Those dreams and emotions they are significant. Epicurus suggested to be wealthy we subtract from our desires, many a wise man had similar ideas. Moderation yields prosperity was from the master.
In life we only learn lessons, lessons are repeated until they are learned. What can we learn from poor response, high emotion and tragic deaths. That now is the only moment we get. “Be present; otherwise you may miss your life” ~ Buddha
Tumult, rigidity, fire and passion may yield results but poise, compassion, moderation and response - ability allow us to shape the moment and the future. Tiny choices to hit pause instead of retaliate or curse, to step back and concede a foul is better than anger.
I struggle with all these lessons hence they are repeated. I have softened my responses, tempered my ambition and attempt to teach lessons so others do not need experience to learn.
FFS Dude this is just a voluntary attempt to overcome unnecessary obstacles. Well we added a title to this one and it stirs the memories. The problem with stirring water is you can’t see through it. Pause, be still and allow space to see through the water and observe or learn the lessons.
Te Wero (the challenge)
Be present = enjoy the moment
Hit pause, don’t react, concede the foul and offer a hand up, these Woodville boys are worthy adversaries.
Easy + No Dram = Flow
We know what to do from there.