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It’s hard to deny that there are plenty of “horrible” people out there who are willing to prioritize their own interests over the common good. Spend more than fifteen minutes traveling the shared public space in your automobile, and you will see what Marc was saying. Ah, what are you gonna do? What am I gonna do? I’m just one of the people.

#Monterey
#MorningWalk
#People (2/2)

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It’s hard to deny that there are plenty of “horrible” people out there who are willing to prioritize their own interests over the common good. Spend more than fifteen minutes traveling the shared public space in your automobile, and you will see what Marc was saying. Ah, what are you gonna do? What am I gonna do? I’m just one of the people.

#Monterey
#MorningWalk
#People (2/2)

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“It’s so amazing how reliably horrible people are.”
— Marc Maron

Ah, Marc Maron—always bringing the cynicism, realism, and humor! This line—which I heard on his most recent podcast episode—speaks to the idea that people can be pretty disappointing. But they’re just being people, right? (1/2)

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“It’s so amazing how reliably horrible people are.”
— Marc Maron

Ah, Marc Maron—always bringing the cynicism, realism, and humor! This line—which I heard on his most recent podcast episode—speaks to the idea that people can be pretty disappointing. But they’re just being people, right? (1/2)

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This is a striking silhouette photograph of what appears to be a bird (possibly a crow or raven) perched on a power line against a dramatic sunset or sunrise sky. The background shows rolling hills or mountains as dark silhouettes, and the sky features layers of clouds illuminated in golden-yellow hues transitioning to darker gray colors above. Power lines cut diagonally across the frame, and the solitary bird’s silhouette stands out clearly against the luminous sky. The photo has a moody, atmospheric quality typical of dusk or dawn lighting. There’s a photo credit visible at the bottom of the image for “James Phelps @SteeperThanDeep@ohai.social”.

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The new iPhone’s wide-angle lens distorts the image a little more than I’d like. I don’t know, maybe that’s normal. Anyway, it makes me dizzier than normal when looking at it.

Do you see a bomb cyclone up there in the sky? Maybe it’s a way off.

#Monterey
#MorningWalk
#WideAngle
#iPhone
#BombCyclone

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The new iPhone’s wide-angle lens distorts the image a little more than I’d like. I don’t know, maybe that’s normal. Anyway, it makes me dizzier than normal when looking at it.

Do you see a bomb cyclone up there in the sky? Maybe it’s a way off.

#Monterey
#MorningWalk
#WideAngle
#iPhone
#BombCyclone

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The image features a forest with a cloudy sky above. The sky is filled with clouds, and there is a mountain visible in the distance. The forest is filled with trees, creating a picturesque scene.

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This morning, I caught myself catastrophizing and spiraling—you know, blowing things out of proportion and assuming the worst possible outcomes. All I wanted was to meditate for a bit.

People—the kind who know things—regard spiraling as a response to stress or anxiety. It’s hard to break out of the cycle once it starts.

But then, we went for coffee—gathering with like-minded folks—the saving grace. I feel much better now.

#Monterey
#MorningWalk
#Spiraling
#Coffee

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This morning, I caught myself catastrophizing and spiraling—you know, blowing things out of proportion and assuming the worst possible outcomes. All I wanted was to meditate for a bit.

People—the kind who know things—regard spiraling as a response to stress or anxiety. It’s hard to break out of the cycle once it starts.

But then, we went for coffee—gathering with like-minded folks—the saving grace. I feel much better now.

#Monterey
#MorningWalk
#Spiraling
#Coffee

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The image features a beautiful sunrise with a cloudy sky. The sun is rising behind the clouds, casting a warm glow over the scene. The sky is filled with various clouds, some of which are white and others are orange, creating a picturesque backdrop. The sunrise is framed by a forest, adding a sense of depth and tranquility to the scene.

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@ChuckCheesman Amy is making the move today, with the help of her big brother who lives near Bend. Amelia has lived with roommates for most of her time in Oregon. Living on her own will be a new experience for her.

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@ChuckCheesman Amy is making the move today, with the help of her big brother who lives near Bend. Amelia has lived with roommates for most of her time in Oregon. Living on her own will be a new experience for her.

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@ChuckCheesman Good points to consider. Finding a balance is important, along the lines of self-care. Spinning and wearing one’s self out does no one good.

Nurture endurance? I’m going to think on that.

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@ChuckCheesman Good points to consider. Finding a balance is important, along the lines of self-care. Spinning and wearing one’s self out does no one good.

Nurture endurance? I’m going to think on that.

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I looked up the word this morning and was reminded that it has deep roots in Buddhist philosophy. It’s about finding balance and inner peace, which sometimes seem to fly out the window with the latest news report. I guess one technique is not to get caught up in the roller coaster of current events. Good luck and good night, right?

#Monterey
#MorningWalk
#Equanimity
#Buddhism (2/2)

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I looked up the word this morning and was reminded that it has deep roots in Buddhist philosophy. It’s about finding balance and inner peace, which sometimes seem to fly out the window with the latest news report. I guess one technique is not to get caught up in the roller coaster of current events. Good luck and good night, right?

#Monterey
#MorningWalk
#Equanimity
#Buddhism (2/2)

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In this fast and furious time where “moving fast and breaking things” is considered virtuous, equanimity—the state of being calm and composed in the face of difficult circumstances—can seem outdated. I sometimes wonder if inner peace as a daily goal is going out of fashion. What do you think?

Lately, I’ve doubled down on seeking but not grasping qualities like non-reactivity, non-attachment, and mindfulness in my daily life. It’s a struggle to find that equanimity. (1/2)

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In this fast and furious time where “moving fast and breaking things” is considered virtuous, equanimity—the state of being calm and composed in the face of difficult circumstances—can seem outdated. I sometimes wonder if inner peace as a daily goal is going out of fashion. What do you think?

Lately, I’ve doubled down on seeking but not grasping qualities like non-reactivity, non-attachment, and mindfulness in my daily life. It’s a struggle to find that equanimity. (1/2)

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The image features a forest with a road running through it. The road is surrounded by trees, and there is a hill nearby. The scene appears to be captured during sunrise, as the sun is rising behind the trees, casting a warm glow on the landscape.