lay claim to the small victories
“i’m wearing pants that fit today.
this may sound like no big deal. you may be wondering why i’d consider that a victory at all.
if you don’t have an eating disorder, and regularly wear clothing in the appropriate size, i suppose it wouldn’t be. that, however, is not my style.” Continue reading lay claim to the small victories
essence of man
“i’m afraid of men.
i’ve been reading a book about Buddhism – Why Buddhism Is True by Richard Wright.
these two things are not unconnected.” Continue reading essence of man
philosophical soundbite
it is an impossibility, an illusion we are racing and chasing and striving to achieve, certain that the right combination of actions and intents, the correct execution will somehow result in near perfection for our lives and our persons; based on the mistaken assumption that our choices and actions are relevant and significant, and contain scientific certainties and are absolute – a fallacy encouraged by … Continue reading philosophical soundbite
things to try on mornings that suck
“when i wake up, my body is present, but my brain is not engaged. i like those moments. once my brain goes online, i find out if i’m going to be anxious or depressed or what. it’s apparent within minutes of rising if the day is going to start with a struggle. but those quiet moments of calm before the storm? i embrace them.” Continue reading things to try on mornings that suck
From Famine to Feast 