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Tears and theme years

Posted on January 3rd, 2008 by Jackie Danicki

Okay, I’m hesitant to post this, because it’s going to make some of you (a lot of you) roll your eyes. But 2008 is going to be my Year of Not Giving a Shit If People Roll Their Eyes*, amongst other themes, so: Read this and, perhaps, weep. Well, I don’t know if getting tears in one’s eyes is weeping, exactly, but it had me and another friend welling up today.

*I recorded this Seesmic video earlier tonight, in response to this and this. So far, this is the sixth theme for 2008 that I have decided upon. I’m sure I’ll come up with many more before the month is over.

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3 Responses to “Tears and theme years”

  1. TomG, on January 3rd, 2008 at 9:04 am Said:

    Just saw your video, and it was fabulous - so very honest, humble, and actually profound. The only counter-statement I’ll make, if one could call it that, has to do with the gist of being more assertive in tackling the unknown … to which I’d say that risk-taking has its proper place and degree, and that incremental steps are best (rather than throwing caution to the wind). St. Augustine did sum up fear as the root of all evil, but it’s also good to listen to your own vibes of hesitation - as a means of double-checking that one’s rational self is aligned with the passions that are commited to action. I know I’m not adding anything you don’t already know - but just putting in two cents so you see someone read this Resolution write-up and enjoyed it. Thanks. And best of luck in your New Year!:grin:

  2. Jackie Danicki, on January 3rd, 2008 at 9:08 am Said:

    Thanks, Tom! You are right. For me it is important to be honest with myself and know when I am simply afraid for my ego’s sake (don’t want to fail, look daft, make a mistake, etc) or for valid reasons. There is a definite difference between the “I don’t want to do this, it will be difficult” fear and the “Erm, something feels very dodgy about this” nagging feeling that something - or usually someone - is amiss.

    Much food for thought - thank you.

  3. TomG, on January 3rd, 2008 at 9:28 pm Said:

    Aptly put distinction - a big difference indeed. And you’re welcome - I’ve just recently started reading the Samizdata site, and enjoy your blog very much too. Cheers, Tom

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