So, UNSW Artsweek is about to kick off.
And, drowning in medical jargon and the ethics of a smoking ban, I have found solace staring at the Bachelor of Arts English courses. The more time I spend at uni, the more I have come to realise that studying English and Music in high school kept me sane. I think we all have a thing that keeps our minds clear and creative energy flowing. I have huge huge huuge respect for creative people who can think outside the box and pursue risky pathways for the sake of beauty and truth. And most of the people I have met this year are multitalented. On one hand this makes me realise, there are probably many things one can decide to dedicate their life to. But then again, what's stopping you or me or anyone from pursuing countless things that bring happiness or fulfilment.
Identity doesn't just originate from profession, or qualifications or success. And I genuinely believe that being a loving human being is more important than hitting your head when you get to the top of the ladder. There are a lot of people in this world that prioritise their lives differently, and that's fine, but often instead of getting through my List of Things To Do, I find myself in hours of conversation with people (and yes, that's partly in an effort to prolong procrastination efforts). But it's amazing how much a person will tell you if they feel you're present. And the ability to put your faith and trust into anyone is an equally amazing thing. A friend said to me 'it frightens me, being so emotionally naked.' But it's so important to feel real trust and companionship in your life. It makes days fuller, and breaks walls and hurt and deep pain that so many people bury inside them.
At the core of life are a few things; love, fear, pain, joy, and change. But like John Mayer says, The Heart Of Life is good. And I don't see how, so long as we do good and try hard and be proactive, life won't be equally good. Obviously there are those things we can't control... but waking up each day with determination is a good way to make sure you go to bed with satisfaction (George Lorimer). And having people around you who love and respect your choices and your life and pretty important too. I feel blessed for the people in my life because they make life seem tangible, they give it spark! and pizzaz and a sprinkling of condiments.
There's a guy I admire a lot, a free spirit, writer, actor and do-gooder and his name is Rahul Bose. He once did a fabulous interview and said many things I agree with and find to be inspiring, the link for which is HERE. One quote I particularly like is this: 'I live because I'm up for the next day, because I'm hoping my soul would evolve a little bit from the previous day.' I like that idea of evolution of the soul. It means we're not simply existing and doing things out of necessity, but that each day is contributing to a greater goal. I don't know what the meaning of life is, I'm not sure it can be defined, but surely getting closer to the best human being you can be is a pretty good goal, while still acknowledging the inevitable flaws and mistakes we all have/make.
And after a splurging of thoughts... today's song. 'Hurt Me' by The Jezabels.
Kavi.
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