posturing philosophical pontification for edification & enlightenment

goals are an invention of the man -- an artificial measuring stick designed to keep us compliant & productive, suppressing spontaneity through a continual disappointment feedback loop, and distracting us from the truth: life is not given us to measure; life is given us to live.

the higher power i recognize, while generally existing as an amorphous energy source, is capable of myriad animate manifestations. "higher" and "power" are the clue words to our relative importance. i attempt to live each day within a rough philosophy of appeasement and peaceful coexistence with the hp. be prepared. be open. be willing. be grateful. accept fate. accept my role. be responsible. fulfill my role. keep things moving because it's not about me anyway.

the hp will throw a series of curve balls, sliders, fast balls, change ups. if i don't pay attention, if i drift into the zone, the hp will brush me back or just throw the dang freakin' ball right at me. with such a large portion life's vagaries outside my control, wherefore goals? worthwhile goals, by their very nature, are unattainable. goals motivate through persistent, relentless disappointment... which by its very nature doesn't motivate me.

evaluate the multitude of daily opportunities against a philosophy, not a list.