It's curious how a slogan on a hat or t-shirt can feel like an assault, isn't it? I'd like to imagine I've meditated myself into being immune to that kind of thing, but I haven't.
Once upon a time I told myself that I would reach Zen if I finally got to the point of not being annoyed at ATVs racing through the woods. That was like 15 years ago and I've only gotten more annoyed.
And yes, it does feel like an assault. It's so weird to notice that reaction in myself, even when I know that the people who create the graphics and wear or carry the slogans depend on triggering that reaction.
It's curious how a slogan on a hat or t-shirt can feel like an assault, isn't it? I'd like to imagine I've meditated myself into being immune to that kind of thing, but I haven't.
Once upon a time I told myself that I would reach Zen if I finally got to the point of not being annoyed at ATVs racing through the woods. That was like 15 years ago and I've only gotten more annoyed.
And yes, it does feel like an assault. It's so weird to notice that reaction in myself, even when I know that the people who create the graphics and wear or carry the slogans depend on triggering that reaction.
Thank you for this, Antonia. I've been there, and this helps.
Glad to have you along on this journey :)