Imitation vs. Self Actualization
I've always been an advocate of independent thought and actions
over the herd mentality. I despise imitation to the point of
loathing people. They see a successful personality and try
their best to duplicate it. I see it everyday, people copying
mannerisms, talking a certain way, acting a certain way...all
to be what they're not for social status, to be accepted.
Living a facade and false personas to satisfy others and not
themselves will ultimately lead them to not know who they
really are. This kind of mentality limits the honest and
sincere form of self expression. I know this will never change
which is why most people will forever be amusing to me and I'm
destined to remain an aspiring sociopath.
Solitude
through meditation
It helps to reflect and to examine our thoughts and actions
without judgment. It places our noisy, obligation-filled life
in perspective. Through reflection, we learn self-understanding
and how to live creatively and responsibly. The appreciation for
silence replaces the need for addictive thoughts and activities.
When we love silence, there is no reason to run away from our
thoughts and fears. Meditation brings unspeakable peace.
My Time is Now
"Time is the flesh and blood of Death. We have decided that
Death wears the face of a skull..but it may as well be the face
of a clock. Death is all the possibilities hurling at us at the
speed of life..it's everywhere, inside of us, outside of us, in
every room, on every street, and we never know when our time is
coming..and every moment is a chance our dice will come to
rest"
