Thinking
Maelstrom. It conjurs a mental image of chaotic swirls of color in never ceasing motion. a maelstrom of thought. I know that I'm not doing what I should be doing right now. I know that I need to bring my thoughts into focus. Have I become mentally stagnant? Is it possible that this maelstrom is swirling constantly and going nowhere? Have I lost my sharpness, my insight, my words? Have I ever had anything to say or share?
Who am I now? Who I was yesterday doesn't matter anymore. Who am I today? Who will I be tomorrow? Is there any hope that I will be sharper, brighter, stronger tomorrow?
I practice. I write. I run my six miles. I teach. I work. I make breakfast, lunch, dinner. I do laundry and clean house. And the day is over. What have I done to become sharper, brighter, stronger? What am I doing?
posted by Jeanine @ 7/08/2009 08:51:00 AM
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WordNet: "maelstrom: a powerful circular current of water, usually the result of conflicting tides"
Hang on!
At the risk of sounding ancient...one thing time (an being a solitary official) has taught me is that time for self - growth, meditation, healing - is a necessity. Failure to take that time will eventually prey on mental and physical health.
Trust me on this one.
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