In the Doldrums
Not too long ago, I've heard stories about frustrating it can be for early seafarers to be caught in the dreaded doldrums, since vessels at that time were so dependant on the winds. But at least it told them the transition between the trade winds. Tsumari (in other words), time to get some perspective.
Once again, my life has and jammed its brakes upon reaching this unnerving calm. It gave me time to think alright. In the words if a distant friend, I'm engaged in a plethora of activities; singing, learning a third language, picking up a new sport, etc. But try as I might, these remain at the periphery; they're really just the side dishes surrounding the main course, a main course that has yet to be served. First it was the 2 years of NS that put everything - including carefree enjoyment - on hold. Now it's just an extension of the agonising wait to enter into the next phase of life. Adolescent-Adulthood transition in the same vein of dependant-responsibility transition. I can't really complain though; life is not miserable. Also, I recognise that it has to do with one other condition that is inherent in many of us.
We belong to the distracted generation. The city, the lights, the noise, the activity, the entertainment, the connectivity... ... I can't tell you of which most of our distractions stem from, but I sure know where they start and end. The TV and the Computer. Without these two media, we would have been much less distracted (or should I at least speak for myself). Alternatively, we may tend to view less distraction as having nothing much to do.
Various conversations with many friends reveal our workaholic nature. We want to be doing things worth our time and complaints. It's the way we were brought up - competitive, stifled, connected with the superficial, disconnected from the inside.
This is one malaise with no quick-fix.
SUFFOCATION OF THE SOUL
Symptoms: Impatience. Restlessness. Feelings of aimlessness. Breathing difficulties. Blurred vision.
Disorder Subdivision: Psychological.
General Discussion: There is no single exacting cause, but can be complex and debatable in nature. May be attributed to mental conditioning when young, external environment and political climate.
Treatment: Daily copulent doses of foreign publications. Social activity may help, but has to be carefully monitored as interaction with the wrong people may lead to hyperventilation. If all fails, do not consult your doctor. Get a one-way ticket to somewhere else. Anywhere except NK.
Not too long ago, I've heard stories about frustrating it can be for early seafarers to be caught in the dreaded doldrums, since vessels at that time were so dependant on the winds. But at least it told them the transition between the trade winds. Tsumari (in other words), time to get some perspective.
Once again, my life has and jammed its brakes upon reaching this unnerving calm. It gave me time to think alright. In the words if a distant friend, I'm engaged in a plethora of activities; singing, learning a third language, picking up a new sport, etc. But try as I might, these remain at the periphery; they're really just the side dishes surrounding the main course, a main course that has yet to be served. First it was the 2 years of NS that put everything - including carefree enjoyment - on hold. Now it's just an extension of the agonising wait to enter into the next phase of life. Adolescent-Adulthood transition in the same vein of dependant-responsibility transition. I can't really complain though; life is not miserable. Also, I recognise that it has to do with one other condition that is inherent in many of us.
We belong to the distracted generation. The city, the lights, the noise, the activity, the entertainment, the connectivity... ... I can't tell you of which most of our distractions stem from, but I sure know where they start and end. The TV and the Computer. Without these two media, we would have been much less distracted (or should I at least speak for myself). Alternatively, we may tend to view less distraction as having nothing much to do.
Various conversations with many friends reveal our workaholic nature. We want to be doing things worth our time and complaints. It's the way we were brought up - competitive, stifled, connected with the superficial, disconnected from the inside.
This is one malaise with no quick-fix.
SUFFOCATION OF THE SOUL
Symptoms: Impatience. Restlessness. Feelings of aimlessness. Breathing difficulties. Blurred vision.
Disorder Subdivision: Psychological.
General Discussion: There is no single exacting cause, but can be complex and debatable in nature. May be attributed to mental conditioning when young, external environment and political climate.
Treatment: Daily copulent doses of foreign publications. Social activity may help, but has to be carefully monitored as interaction with the wrong people may lead to hyperventilation. If all fails, do not consult your doctor. Get a one-way ticket to somewhere else. Anywhere except NK.
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