This was so great. I was struck by "I’ve held off surrendering to the moment in return for anxious alertness I deem vital to securing my goal. It’s like visiting a party and remaining strung up— waiting for your boss to walk through the door to give you a hard time, but he never comes. You miss everything by sorry anticipation."
I feel like I've missed so much because of my "sorry anticipation." The image is so simple but so visceral to me.
me too! it can be such a debilitating feeling, but I think noticing it is the first step to overcoming it. thanks for reading, Will, and it's my pleasure. I always feel madly inspired reading your work.
Brilliant essay. I've also noticed this distinction between being and doing. Sadly, I'm doing most of the time. But you're right, being seems to be where unconditional happiness resides.
It really feels inspiring and admiring to read your work, really loved it.🤝
thanks so much, Lazar– so glad to hear that! Looking forward to more of your posts as well :)
This was so great. I was struck by "I’ve held off surrendering to the moment in return for anxious alertness I deem vital to securing my goal. It’s like visiting a party and remaining strung up— waiting for your boss to walk through the door to give you a hard time, but he never comes. You miss everything by sorry anticipation."
I feel like I've missed so much because of my "sorry anticipation." The image is so simple but so visceral to me.
Also, thanks for the shout out :)
me too! it can be such a debilitating feeling, but I think noticing it is the first step to overcoming it. thanks for reading, Will, and it's my pleasure. I always feel madly inspired reading your work.
I really liked this! I love reading about what you’ve been up to and what you’re reading too! 🖤
thank you puchiiiii, appreciate you sm
wonderful... as usual
thank you Maria! so much love <3
Brilliant essay. I've also noticed this distinction between being and doing. Sadly, I'm doing most of the time. But you're right, being seems to be where unconditional happiness resides.
thank you Laylaaaa !