So recently I was on Reddit and I stumbled across a post.
Dawkins and Hitchens both know that what is coming is permanent. There is no happy ending, with no chance of reunion or redemption in some other plane. Death will be a final parting, permanent and absolute.
In that embrace, it's not just that Hitchens means a great deal to Dawkins. It's knowing that soon, they'll be separated by eternity. And yet, in infinite time and space, two motes of consciousness, against unfathomable odds, simply had the opportunity to enjoy a brief lucididy of life and touch each other in some small way before returning forever to the endless naught.
Honestly, there is absolutely nothing more important than the realization that this life, the single life we have, is all and everything that we will ever have; when it's over, it's over. In a way, it gives life more sanctity and meaning that any religion could dream.
It got me to thinking, what I have I done, hitherto in my life, that I'am proud of. My only purpose as a student now, is to do well in my studies, and yet, I haven't done that. I've let my Dad down because of my complacency, dwindling away my precious time away on the Internet.
So many risks that I could have taken (good and calculated ones of course). Should have had the courage to talk to that girl. Should have studied hard, very hard. The thought of mediocrity or even being lower than bourgeois pains me.
Why is it that we waste our time? Why is it that we are simply afraid, to live?
What can we do to live to our fullest? What do we have to do that we can inspire ourselves to be greater?
To regret the past, to hope in the future, and never to be satisfied with the present: that is what I spend my whole life doing - Tchaikovsky, my favourite composer of all time
On February 07 2012 18:23 slam wrote: Always talk to that girl...
Are you happy?
=( No.
So do something about it. Make an effort to be more social. Make an effort to study more and be interested in your classes. Make an effort... catch my drift? If you aren't happy with "wasting your time in front of a computer" then figure something else out yo. It sounds simple but what's stopping you?
Being mediocre and being 'lower than bourgeois' are two very different things. Generally speaking, the term 'bourgeois' is used by those who are looking to deride the bourgeoisie (either for being materialistic, conventional or capitalist). It appears that you're defining mediocrity in terms of not having much money, or much social status. How important do you think these things really are?
Excuse me if I'm coming off as a little pedantic, but I'm curious as to your expectations in life; perhaps they have something to do with your current mental state?
On February 07 2012 18:57 ohsea.toc wrote: Being mediocre and being 'lower than bourgeois' are two very different things. Generally speaking, the term 'bourgeois' is used by those who are looking to deride the bourgeoisie (either for being materialistic, conventional or capitalist). It appears that you're defining mediocrity in terms of not having much money, or much social status. How important do you think these things really are?
Excuse me if I'm coming off as a little pedantic, but I'm curious as to your expectations in life; perhaps they have something to do with your current mental state?
Ah well, forgive me for my poor choice of words.
I expect myself to be successful when I grow up. Be a professor,teacher, or scientist. Money, and 2 kids.
Why is it that we waste our time? Why is it that we are simply afraid, to live?
Because it's hard! To be great at something you have to work hard. Even if you are incredibly talented working hard can not be replaced by laziness. Nobody's afraid to live. People are lazy! And I'm not judging, mind you. In fact, I can sympathize. Motivation doesn't come easy for me as well but everyday you have to go at it again. If you don't work hard you're not entitled to complain about the things you could have done in your life. You really want to be great and successful? Fine, work for it! If not, be content with your situation.
On February 07 2012 18:57 ohsea.toc wrote: Being mediocre and being 'lower than bourgeois' are two very different things. Generally speaking, the term 'bourgeois' is used by those who are looking to deride the bourgeoisie (either for being materialistic, conventional or capitalist). It appears that you're defining mediocrity in terms of not having much money, or much social status. How important do you think these things really are?
Excuse me if I'm coming off as a little pedantic, but I'm curious as to your expectations in life; perhaps they have something to do with your current mental state?
Ah well, forgive me for my poor choice of words.
I expect myself to be successful when I grow up. Be a professor,teacher, or scientist. Money, and 2 kids.
On February 07 2012 18:57 ohsea.toc wrote: Being mediocre and being 'lower than bourgeois' are two very different things. Generally speaking, the term 'bourgeois' is used by those who are looking to deride the bourgeoisie (either for being materialistic, conventional or capitalist). It appears that you're defining mediocrity in terms of not having much money, or much social status. How important do you think these things really are?
Excuse me if I'm coming off as a little pedantic, but I'm curious as to your expectations in life; perhaps they have something to do with your current mental state?
Ah well, forgive me for my poor choice of words.
I expect myself to be successful when I grow up. Be a professor,teacher, or scientist. Money, and 2 kids.
is that all you consider successful?
He lives in a social environment where there is just so much influence for the choice of jobs or their lifestyle.
On February 07 2012 18:57 ohsea.toc wrote: Being mediocre and being 'lower than bourgeois' are two very different things. Generally speaking, the term 'bourgeois' is used by those who are looking to deride the bourgeoisie (either for being materialistic, conventional or capitalist). It appears that you're defining mediocrity in terms of not having much money, or much social status. How important do you think these things really are?
Excuse me if I'm coming off as a little pedantic, but I'm curious as to your expectations in life; perhaps they have something to do with your current mental state?
Ah well, forgive me for my poor choice of words.
I expect myself to be successful when I grow up. Be a professor,teacher, or scientist. Money, and 2 kids.
On February 07 2012 18:57 ohsea.toc wrote: Being mediocre and being 'lower than bourgeois' are two very different things. Generally speaking, the term 'bourgeois' is used by those who are looking to deride the bourgeoisie (either for being materialistic, conventional or capitalist). It appears that you're defining mediocrity in terms of not having much money, or much social status. How important do you think these things really are?
Excuse me if I'm coming off as a little pedantic, but I'm curious as to your expectations in life; perhaps they have something to do with your current mental state?
Ah well, forgive me for my poor choice of words.
I expect myself to be successful when I grow up. Be a professor,teacher, or scientist. Money, and 2 kids.
is that all you consider successful?
What should be considered successful?
You'll have to decide what success is to you. No one else should dictate where you should find success or what it is.
For me it's happiness for myself and improving the lives of others. I think it is for most people, but they get lost in the idea that happiness is synonymous with material wealth. They're obsessed with obtaining a lot of money so they can buy nice things which they will end up not appreciatng for more than a few weeks.
So if you can't yet decide for yourself what success is, a good start is to search for a way to make yourself happy for the rest of your life. Find what you value and pursue, and keep evaluating whether your pursuits are actually giving you a sense of fulfillment.
On February 07 2012 18:57 ohsea.toc wrote: Being mediocre and being 'lower than bourgeois' are two very different things. Generally speaking, the term 'bourgeois' is used by those who are looking to deride the bourgeoisie (either for being materialistic, conventional or capitalist). It appears that you're defining mediocrity in terms of not having much money, or much social status. How important do you think these things really are?
Excuse me if I'm coming off as a little pedantic, but I'm curious as to your expectations in life; perhaps they have something to do with your current mental state?
Ah well, forgive me for my poor choice of words.
I expect myself to be successful when I grow up. Be a professor,teacher, or scientist. Money, and 2 kids.
is that all you consider successful?
What should be considered successful?
Having as much fun as possible each day, and having a large post count
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