We’re obligated to endure a terribly unrelentess system of education. We’re obligated to acquire a decent career. We’re obligated to say “please”, “thank you” and “I love you”. We’re obligated to take out the trash. We’re obligated to uphold the values of society, to continue the monotonous methods of living our lives. Are we living our own lives? Or are we living extensions of our heritage and culture?
Of course, ideas and concepts sneak onto the scene to be dismissed as a phase or adopted as new technology or a way of life. To abandon an obligation is seen as immoral, naive, ignorant, arrogant or as complete idiocy. I’m sure many incidents are spawned from these detriments. However, yes, ‘however’. I do believe that there is a reason for everything, whether it is known to me or not. From experience, I can establish that I am frequently wrong. That there is often further information that I do not know of. It is because of this that my opinions are so complex and dynamic. I realise that although a person may be portrayed as ‘evil’, there is a reason for everything, including the actions of said ‘evil-goer’.
Shifting my mindset to incorporate the perspectives of others can often be difficult. But I find it does open my eyes to the underlying factors which leads to the decision of performing an ‘evil’ act. That act may not seem so ‘evil’ after I have examined the gathered information. Rather than growing hatred for the ‘evil’ person, my respect grows for the individuals capacity to think differently from the monotonous, churning swamp of society’s mindset.
I cannot stress anything due to my apathetic nature. But I’m still attempting to stress the importance of understanding others.
How many wars were declared due to misunderstandings? How many lives were lost? How many partners left in a flurry of insults and tantrums?
Too many.
Friday, June 26, 2009
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Static?
Many would dismiss white noise as a complete jumble of painful static. There are no discernable image or song, only digital ambience which is of no use to us.
What if there is more to it than that? Maybe something that we consider to be utterly useless, actually retains considerable depth? There could be countless significant meanings hidden within the "useless". Are we not handicapping ourselves by ignoring what could potentially and permanently alter your thought processes?
Of course, White Noise is a metaphor of this concept. Merely an example. So this concept doesn't just apply to static, it applies to the way you live your life. Over the years, I have taught myself to appreciate simple things which I used to dismiss for being a placeholder of reality. Essentially, I taught myself to "stop and smell the roses along the way". Physically stopping isn't necessary to simply appreciate what exists around you. Mere observation is the key to noticing what was often neglected by most.
When you think of how we live our lives, it can be quite depressing. The default life seems to follow a distinct pattern: Birth. Education. Work. Retirement. Death. In the end, what do you have to show for your average life? When your facing death, you will of course look back upon what you have achieved and calculate whether it was "worth it". Having fond memories or contributing to the advancement of mankind is substantial.
The ultimate question to humankind is "What is the meaning of life?" I fail to understand how this simple question perplexes millions of people. Some may say that the meaning of life is to become wealthy and successful, or to be admired by others. But these are generic responses to individual people. The question is not "What is the meaning of your life?" It refers to life in general. Maybe for you, becoming rich and famous is the ultimate purpose. Of course, that is what you think will make you happy. Does this not mean that we all strive for contentment? Perhaps the answer to the ultimate question, is happiness, whatever happiness may be for the person in context.
Perhaps you should have a think about what you want out of your limited time on this planet. What you think you want, may not provide happiness.
What if there is more to it than that? Maybe something that we consider to be utterly useless, actually retains considerable depth? There could be countless significant meanings hidden within the "useless". Are we not handicapping ourselves by ignoring what could potentially and permanently alter your thought processes?
Of course, White Noise is a metaphor of this concept. Merely an example. So this concept doesn't just apply to static, it applies to the way you live your life. Over the years, I have taught myself to appreciate simple things which I used to dismiss for being a placeholder of reality. Essentially, I taught myself to "stop and smell the roses along the way". Physically stopping isn't necessary to simply appreciate what exists around you. Mere observation is the key to noticing what was often neglected by most.
When you think of how we live our lives, it can be quite depressing. The default life seems to follow a distinct pattern: Birth. Education. Work. Retirement. Death. In the end, what do you have to show for your average life? When your facing death, you will of course look back upon what you have achieved and calculate whether it was "worth it". Having fond memories or contributing to the advancement of mankind is substantial.
The ultimate question to humankind is "What is the meaning of life?" I fail to understand how this simple question perplexes millions of people. Some may say that the meaning of life is to become wealthy and successful, or to be admired by others. But these are generic responses to individual people. The question is not "What is the meaning of your life?" It refers to life in general. Maybe for you, becoming rich and famous is the ultimate purpose. Of course, that is what you think will make you happy. Does this not mean that we all strive for contentment? Perhaps the answer to the ultimate question, is happiness, whatever happiness may be for the person in context.
Perhaps you should have a think about what you want out of your limited time on this planet. What you think you want, may not provide happiness.
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