I've only listened half way and look forward to hearing the rest, but at this juncture I feel compelled to write. I have thought lately how humanity is wretched because as long as we are doing alright, we think we'll be alright. But no, to change the world we have to change. We cannot be in luxury while so many are deprived of even the basics and many are being bombed and destroyed. If we remain like this, then it will be our turn soon enough. We cannot accept that it has always been like this and always will be, that people are just displaced willy nilly, it all is because of some lunatic that wants to rule others. But the ordinary folk want to be ruled. Some of us don't and we need to have places to live where we are not set upon AT ALL. We have done nothing to change the trajectory although become aware changes things but if we want the world to be livable for everyone, if we want clean basics like water, air and soil, then we have a lot of brainstorming to do. Being off grid will do nothing, nothing at all to change the trajectory because it can all be pulled up from under us. The main point I'm trying to make is that humans cannot really enjoy life while other humans are living in such dire situations. When we are not too comfortable, we will see solutions much more easily.
Yes we all have a role to play but we also can’t save the world. There’s a balance here and we also must respect that some people are in specific situations due to their own (previous) life’s decisions and desires and it is not up to us to change them or their destiny but we can be a great example to inspire them to change and evolve towards a better way…
Mike I think we are partially responsible for each other. That sounds pretty communistic I know, but let's leave that out and get down to real humanity. It troubles me greatly that people can be in wars while others are "living high on the hog". It's even worse when "truth seekers" and thought forerunners are like this. If we were not as comfortable, we would be talking about how to care about the ones who were thousands of percentage points worse than us. Because of this characteristic in human,s we reduce ourselves to nothing more than animals. Yet we have so much, we can do so much. But we cannot do it alone. And, the way things are going now, it means it will come upon us too before long. But nobody will care, just like we're not caring about others. It wouldn't even get a leg in if we did care. If we were caring from the start. You know about the cremation of care at Bohemian Grove - what does that tell us? That care is basic to life, that these deranged miscreants would have no power if we cared for each other. We have to being a whole new culture or society because this one sucks so bad, it's unbearable, we have made the conditions right for only the insane or the violent. But we can change it all. And usually it takes the simple thing of talking.
I agree with all that U are saying, dear Denise Ward. As a 75 year old woman , I have always been actively involved in the movements of "We The People", (Women`s Lib, Environmental Engagement, Refugees help etc ). Here, in my small country the Netherlands, near the seaside, where I grew up & in the Jungle of Creativity in Amsterdam, where I studied & worked & in the small village where I brought my only child to grow up & now in the provincial town where I live in peace & the quiet of a traditional community that blossoms because people are still working together in all kinds of projects for the benefit of all & in the many countries & continents I have travelled as a backpacker in between, I have always chosen to take my own individual path towards Freedom & Equality, by taking my own responsability for what I see as my contribution to alleviate the pain & suffering of others whom Source send my way . I Am so happy to be alive & healthy & able to take an active part in this Worlds Awakening, by f.e. writing Blogs (See https://andalightoflovespiritual.blogspot.com ) & engaging in many groups & cultures on Social Media & in Real life. See for more info on my Mission in Life & Links, https://about.me/annewestenbrink. Thank U for reading this . I will follow U with Love, as I am also Radically Free !
Dear Mike. Thanks so much for your Great ramblings . I really LOVE to start my day, here in the Netherlands, by listening to your substacks. I also Love your views on life & philosophy & U inspire me to also spend time to read again. Still not have taken that time for myself but in these cold & rainy wintermonths ahead , I hope to allow myself that quiet time . Have a Wonderfull day !
Just pressed play and have to say: I walk barefoot to the coop every day and today was soft snow…hooray! Love ya from Marvelous Massachusetts! I’ll do a prayer for the Bae-aaer.
Those on programs are disconnected from their authentic self. Their program places them in a persona. Trying to fit in, be right, chase perfection, status, material significance. They are misdirected. Placed on a path leading them away from the most joyous experiences. I remember being in that place. A glided cage
I've only listened half way and look forward to hearing the rest, but at this juncture I feel compelled to write. I have thought lately how humanity is wretched because as long as we are doing alright, we think we'll be alright. But no, to change the world we have to change. We cannot be in luxury while so many are deprived of even the basics and many are being bombed and destroyed. If we remain like this, then it will be our turn soon enough. We cannot accept that it has always been like this and always will be, that people are just displaced willy nilly, it all is because of some lunatic that wants to rule others. But the ordinary folk want to be ruled. Some of us don't and we need to have places to live where we are not set upon AT ALL. We have done nothing to change the trajectory although become aware changes things but if we want the world to be livable for everyone, if we want clean basics like water, air and soil, then we have a lot of brainstorming to do. Being off grid will do nothing, nothing at all to change the trajectory because it can all be pulled up from under us. The main point I'm trying to make is that humans cannot really enjoy life while other humans are living in such dire situations. When we are not too comfortable, we will see solutions much more easily.
Yes we all have a role to play but we also can’t save the world. There’s a balance here and we also must respect that some people are in specific situations due to their own (previous) life’s decisions and desires and it is not up to us to change them or their destiny but we can be a great example to inspire them to change and evolve towards a better way…
Mike I think we are partially responsible for each other. That sounds pretty communistic I know, but let's leave that out and get down to real humanity. It troubles me greatly that people can be in wars while others are "living high on the hog". It's even worse when "truth seekers" and thought forerunners are like this. If we were not as comfortable, we would be talking about how to care about the ones who were thousands of percentage points worse than us. Because of this characteristic in human,s we reduce ourselves to nothing more than animals. Yet we have so much, we can do so much. But we cannot do it alone. And, the way things are going now, it means it will come upon us too before long. But nobody will care, just like we're not caring about others. It wouldn't even get a leg in if we did care. If we were caring from the start. You know about the cremation of care at Bohemian Grove - what does that tell us? That care is basic to life, that these deranged miscreants would have no power if we cared for each other. We have to being a whole new culture or society because this one sucks so bad, it's unbearable, we have made the conditions right for only the insane or the violent. But we can change it all. And usually it takes the simple thing of talking.
I agree with all that U are saying, dear Denise Ward. As a 75 year old woman , I have always been actively involved in the movements of "We The People", (Women`s Lib, Environmental Engagement, Refugees help etc ). Here, in my small country the Netherlands, near the seaside, where I grew up & in the Jungle of Creativity in Amsterdam, where I studied & worked & in the small village where I brought my only child to grow up & now in the provincial town where I live in peace & the quiet of a traditional community that blossoms because people are still working together in all kinds of projects for the benefit of all & in the many countries & continents I have travelled as a backpacker in between, I have always chosen to take my own individual path towards Freedom & Equality, by taking my own responsability for what I see as my contribution to alleviate the pain & suffering of others whom Source send my way . I Am so happy to be alive & healthy & able to take an active part in this Worlds Awakening, by f.e. writing Blogs (See https://andalightoflovespiritual.blogspot.com ) & engaging in many groups & cultures on Social Media & in Real life. See for more info on my Mission in Life & Links, https://about.me/annewestenbrink. Thank U for reading this . I will follow U with Love, as I am also Radically Free !
I would like to know what's beyond the Antarctica and the extra terrain we're forbidden from. I think they are helping us.
Lots to entertain there for sure!
Dear Mike. Thanks so much for your Great ramblings . I really LOVE to start my day, here in the Netherlands, by listening to your substacks. I also Love your views on life & philosophy & U inspire me to also spend time to read again. Still not have taken that time for myself but in these cold & rainy wintermonths ahead , I hope to allow myself that quiet time . Have a Wonderfull day !
Thanks Annelief! 💜
Suggestion. Check out the movie Network.
Been a long time! Thanks for the reminder!
🔥 as usual. Love these, thank you
Thanks for doing your best Mike. We see our own efforts reflected in you. You are growing and learning and your mistakes are teachers.
Thanks Veeta! Been taking some time off to be with family but I’ll be back on it tomorrow!
Hi Mike!
I just relistened….
When you read the passage from the book, it reminded me of one of my favorite authors… Tom Robins.
Maybe you have read his writings/musings???
Anyway, he wrote many books. My all time favorite is Jitterbug Perfume. He also wrote Even Cowgirls get the blues.
If you haven’t read Jitterbug Perfume, I highly recommend you do so.
It’s a great dance through time and immortality. Tom also has a way with words… he’s brilliant!
Jitterbug Perfume
Thank you for this! First time hearing about this author. Will check him out!
Just pressed play and have to say: I walk barefoot to the coop every day and today was soft snow…hooray! Love ya from Marvelous Massachusetts! I’ll do a prayer for the Bae-aaer.
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Those on programs are disconnected from their authentic self. Their program places them in a persona. Trying to fit in, be right, chase perfection, status, material significance. They are misdirected. Placed on a path leading them away from the most joyous experiences. I remember being in that place. A glided cage