So much more in here than a mere comment on astrology in the rabble babble idiocy of nowsville -- you redeem so very much in this world, Mr. Woodruff. Seriously.
I loved this. My friends and I were just discussing (and comparing) all of the awful astrology content we run across on YouTube and social media. It really is like a fortune cookie factory exploded. ACK..
Here for it, dude. It's so true. After an excruciating week, when recognizing anything worth remembering seemed hard to come by, reading this (as pretty much always happens when I read your work) I remembered what it's like to feel among the wise and the worthy... Always learn something and appreciate the gentle sword of incisive humor - every. single. time.
Can anyone here think of (or does astrology provide) a viable path to collectively escape from the clutches of this social media internet "idiocy of nowsville" (awesome phrase) and give over our collective attentiveness to those who have earned it? Just curious. :)
Great question. A lot depends on sincerity — and an interest in making a concerted effort to push beyond hype and magical thinking. The latter seems to be rare in the astro field.
Yes! And in general. But it’s just so much more nourishing to live a semi-contemplative life offline (not entirely, but just divorced from the gushing mania.) I just find myself circling and circling around this question, as it’s at the epicenter of most of our other metastasizing problems.
As always, you nail the zeitgeist of this very moment. Astrology is never quite understood by the literal-minded. Tell me the future, will I meet a dark stranger, when should I start my novel -- these are earth-bound, questions with earth-bound answers, and out of touch with what's actually -- and profoundly --moving around in the cosmos.
Like all spiritual paths, astrology expressed itself in metaphor. Poetry rather than prose. The arts, dream interpretation, the imagination in all its glorious rises and falls ... the very subjects I always find in your posts -- are part of the starry constellation of astrological inquiry.
All the stars burning out at once? Some are not burning but already big chunky rocks. All the stars burning out is not an event I have to worry about, I will be long gone, as will you.
Contemplating what it might "mean" when the stars burn out -- a fantastical idea with no practical application -- is easy. It means nothing beyond the stars going out. So put your hope in heavens and kings all you like if it makes you feel better, but contemplate this:
Maybe death is just death. No more. Simply lights out. The world ends for each of us when we die, buttercup.
I've left a pair of comp tickets in your name at the box office. My partner composed this thing to my adaptation. It's a bit of fluff but might amuse you. Not much to hang an evening on, but everyone loves Julia and chocolate. the cake's quite good if they follow the recipe. Best wishes, M
So much more in here than a mere comment on astrology in the rabble babble idiocy of nowsville -- you redeem so very much in this world, Mr. Woodruff. Seriously.
Victoria — I need you as my PR manager! 🤓 Thank you for your uplifting words. ♥️
FIRESTORM 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
I loved this. My friends and I were just discussing (and comparing) all of the awful astrology content we run across on YouTube and social media. It really is like a fortune cookie factory exploded. ACK..
Truth!
Glad you enjoyed Marie. ♥️
Here for it, dude. It's so true. After an excruciating week, when recognizing anything worth remembering seemed hard to come by, reading this (as pretty much always happens when I read your work) I remembered what it's like to feel among the wise and the worthy... Always learn something and appreciate the gentle sword of incisive humor - every. single. time.
"enantiodromia (switching of opposites)" this is one of the reasonsI love reading your posts, letters, missives 🥰
There is definitely a lot of whackadoodle astrology information available. Tarot seems to be having a "moment" on the interwebs too.
It can be frustrating sifting through all "soul mate, perfect health, fabulous wealth" crap to find information that makes sense.
Thank you for being an island of sense and fun!
♥️
Enantiodromia, one of Jung’s favorite terms. Look it up for a more full-bodied alchemical experience/understanding.
Thank you for writing this, and thank you for your work.
Can anyone here think of (or does astrology provide) a viable path to collectively escape from the clutches of this social media internet "idiocy of nowsville" (awesome phrase) and give over our collective attentiveness to those who have earned it? Just curious. :)
Great question. A lot depends on sincerity — and an interest in making a concerted effort to push beyond hype and magical thinking. The latter seems to be rare in the astro field.
Yes! And in general. But it’s just so much more nourishing to live a semi-contemplative life offline (not entirely, but just divorced from the gushing mania.) I just find myself circling and circling around this question, as it’s at the epicenter of most of our other metastasizing problems.
As always, you nail the zeitgeist of this very moment. Astrology is never quite understood by the literal-minded. Tell me the future, will I meet a dark stranger, when should I start my novel -- these are earth-bound, questions with earth-bound answers, and out of touch with what's actually -- and profoundly --moving around in the cosmos.
Like all spiritual paths, astrology expressed itself in metaphor. Poetry rather than prose. The arts, dream interpretation, the imagination in all its glorious rises and falls ... the very subjects I always find in your posts -- are part of the starry constellation of astrological inquiry.
All the stars burning out at once? Some are not burning but already big chunky rocks. All the stars burning out is not an event I have to worry about, I will be long gone, as will you.
Contemplating what it might "mean" when the stars burn out -- a fantastical idea with no practical application -- is easy. It means nothing beyond the stars going out. So put your hope in heavens and kings all you like if it makes you feel better, but contemplate this:
Maybe death is just death. No more. Simply lights out. The world ends for each of us when we die, buttercup.
Beautifully stated John. Appreciate your view.
Hi Frederick --
https://vashoncenterforthearts.org/event/bon-appetit/
I've left a pair of comp tickets in your name at the box office. My partner composed this thing to my adaptation. It's a bit of fluff but might amuse you. Not much to hang an evening on, but everyone loves Julia and chocolate. the cake's quite good if they follow the recipe. Best wishes, M