The post discusses the overwhelming influence of media and AI on public perception, emphasizing the strategic use of words as a powerful tool of control and manipulation. It explores the tension between authentic self-expression and societal distractions, cautioning against the potential for cultural decline driven by misinformation and psychological warfare, reminiscent of historical patterns.
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Culture of “Meh”
I’ve been thinking about disappointment lately. Not the dramatic kind that makes for good therapy sessions, but the slow-drip erosion of basic competence that’s become the background noise of modern life. It’s everywhere, and we’ve gotten so used to it that we’ve created a whole vocabulary around our lowered expectations. We call it “disruption” when […]
My Stetson is Wrinkled
I didn’t feel like writing the blog today. I sat down, had some coffee, pulled up the chair and I had nothing and everything there at the same time. Do you know what I mean? I had NOTHING and everything. Everything being too much of the nonsense and craziness of the world we live in. […]
Hold Da Mayo: Prioritizing What Matters in Life
The text reflects on the meaningful encounters in life, emphasizing the impact individuals can have, illustrated through the story of CW Leary, an influential figure in the author’s life. Additionally, a professor uses a jar and various objects to symbolize life’s priorities, advocating for focusing on what truly matters over minor concerns and cherishing friendships.
Parents & Children: Sacrifice, Love, and Complexity
In recent years, I’ve watched and read anime stories with my children. Most recently, I watched the show Dororo centered around a character named Hyakkimaru who is on a quest to regain all the parts of his body which had been sacrificed by his father to demons at his birth. The story of Dororo delves into profound […]