Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Abstract Thoughts

My inconsistencies are fighting to stay relevant. I feel it, I know it's there... I can feel like it is trying to narrate my thoughts. I only realised recently that my thoughts are becoming a little more clear since I've decided to not take myself so seriously. Even when the random thoughts speak so loudly I don't easily get side-tracked, which almost seemed impossible at one point.

The most random of pictures and clips of past scenes used to run havoc in my mind and my moods would swing as agile as the wildest monkey in the most remote jungle. I still have no reason to complain but if I didn't have a relentless positive outlook on my environment and identify the impact I had on it I would never remember key points like, "when life gives you lemons, know how to make lemonade." That line is so simple yet fresh to me, I don't ever want to forget its symbolism and I will die trying.

On another note, I also realised that the random images that were circulating through my mind had been created by me... only me, which meant that whatever I was doing up to that point was actually stuff I liked doing. The moment I discovered that, was the instant I stopped taking myself so seriously like someone slapped me in the face. Even my negative results were being generated from activities I was entertaining and anything I did that brought more thoughts which attracted those results were still done by myself at the end of the day.

My abstract thoughts are now as important to me as my future. It is one of the main sources of my creativity, the basic colours to my masterpiece and the reason why I have been sharing my thoughts on this weblog with anyone who can relate... the best lemonade on the planet too ;-) I now realise a lot more creative ideas accompanied with unlimited insight. I know this because I was willing to die before I had to choose to be cool with the mediocrity of my culture, my 'stressful at times' family life or even my lack of self-confidence. In order to become the best I can, I therefore have to realise the potential I already possess. I give thanks for my past, acknowledge the gift of the present and give my all in creating an awesome and prosperous future.

 

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Distractions

My life has been filled with many indifferent experiences when it comes to an 'ideal' lifestyle. I know that everybody has a different purpose but it is extremely difficult to understand what seems to be our collective purpose as human beings. People don't even understand another person's self-value much less their own unless associated with obvious material splendor... Which basically presents a distinct distraction.

It is already almost impossible to ignore hence the reason it is called a distraction, but there must be a reason why it doesn't just disappear. Whatever rotating thought you hold in ur head is possibly the dominant reality you will experience, which must be why we ask questions like... Why is it that we always get what we don't want?

In reality it seems that the only certainty in life is essentially doubt. We always question things even when society frowns upon thinking outside the box, but no one likes to admit that we don't really know shit. That, in my honest opinion is a perfect example of a serious distraction.

In essence, distractions are most definitely not easy to deal with and they'll take a lot of energy out of anybody. So how do we find efficient methods to deal with these real life problems we face daily? Unfortunately, I don't know the perfect answer to that question but that is the purpose of writing this expressive piece. Questioning events and ocurrences in this life may just be the first step towards feeling a little better. Distracting ourselves from what is infront of our eyes or from what we feel doesn't seem like a good solution either, but trying to understand our own situations and the issues we face can probably help us to accept things for what they are. Who knows... the common issues we face might even be that way because of our own mentalities as well!

So with all that good stuff being addressed, it could be a new vibe we can spark up with a fresh buzz, then keep it flowing and use those distractions to keep us focused on what we find out about our own self-worth. That might just be the reason why we have the capacity to think... Right? ;)



‎"Thought means life, since those who do not think do not live in any high or real sense. Thinking makes the man." - A.B. Alcott

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

World Cup Fever!!!

There is so much new energy to share around this time every four years... and this time around, the African continent is the ones sparking up the all the joy and excitement.

I had to do something to show my appreciation and even though it's been a while I did something like this, I couldn't pass up this opportunity ;-)





This world cup has already been noted from arguably everybody that it is FILLED with surprises. Absolutely no one expected Italy and France to be already knocked out of the world cup, Spain to lose their first match, England and the US to struggle to get out of their zone and then worst getting knocked out of the round of 16. If that is not unorthodox, I don't know what is... but I love it!


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What has got my attention in particular is how well the South Americans have been doing so far including Chile who were knocked out by Brazil but not disgraced as they did extremely well to cruise through their zone as a formidable team while brushing aside the Swiss in the process. By how things appear to be shaping up right now, there might just definitely be a CONMEBOL team in the finals.

My full support right now is focused on Ghana... Inspiration for an entire continent. Brazil is definitely the team to beat and the favourites (my favourites too, hehe!) but the 'Black Stars of Africa' are essential the soul or spiritual essence of this world cup. I do not think they will lift the cup, but when their work is done they will already have left a powerful impact on the entire world cup population. All I can say is, "thank you Ghana".

  










Friday, November 13, 2009

Keeping It Light-Weight


There are a number of issues that dwell in our thoughts as one goes about living a normal life, and there might even be at least one that seems to get stuck on repeat in our heads. These issues can most of the time be psychological, if not all the time and when it is psychological, finding the strength to erase that issue is like pulling a tooth that is no where near ready to be extracted.

However, there is one fundamental element that often eludes people either by deception or straight forward ignorance. This element is a key principle in visualizing different ideas to help simplify any necessary complications that anyone can stumble across at any time, anywhere or by any means. It can be referred to or expressed as Spiritual Truth as it basically embraces the concept of Natural Law. Natural Law is simply what makes us feel good or true to ourselves; whatever we think is good, forms the basis of Spiritual Truth which every human being can relate to on any level... better yet, all living beings.

The more simple we choose to live or complicated lives, the more light-weight we can and should feel... and that's why I have this vibe doing what I do, bringing that sunlight, flowing with that energy that keeps the world spinning and this Universe's mysteries calling out to us to uncover new discoveries.



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Making things easier is something that anybody can do... just ask Uncle Bob.

Keeping things cool in our lives is probably what the average person wants to think about on a regular basis. We might even intensify that feeling if we get REALLY pissed at whatever we shouldn't be thinking at that particular instance. When we don't realise that we're not keeping it cool, you might just find yourself in an unfortunate situation probably looking something like this...





The term "keeping it cool" therefore does not mean trying to be humourous or going all out to gain attention for the sake of popularity; it however implies keeping a relaxed state of mind by placing ourselves in harmony with our ability to obtain what we require for growth from each experience. Thinking, discussing and visualizing conditions of disharmony and discord of every kind is the exact opposite of what the term mentioned above implies and it will eventually lead to situations similar to the unfortunate dude in that video clip sponsored by two websites promoting personal growth and development and the other emphasizing that "It all comes back to you".

Desirable conditions are secured thankfully by entertaining desirable thoughts and that we reap what we sow is mathematically exact. For this reason Insight is something we should practice mentally so that the thoughts we entertain entail mental, moral and phisical vitality which we definaitely should want objectified in our lives. Living a life without this truth is a reality which I'm not very sure I want to even fathom... shit, I think I'll just let this performance by Jay-Z give you a cool perspective on what a dude like me could possibly be thinking right now;)



Thursday, October 8, 2009

Fact VS. Imagination

What seemed to be a huge mental task for me was visualizing factual stuff versus imagining. The difference between the two became clear to me recently as I started to wonder which one made more sense. They both take place your head or mind, they happen to take effect mostly when you have a lot of free time on your hands and essentially when you really want something or a certain condition.


The distinct difference which was timely revealed to me, is that visualizing factual images or thoughts will result in the exact manifestation of those thoughts... so exact, it can be measured to a science; while constantly entertaining imaginary thoughts leads to all kinds of speculations and conclusions and results in mental chaos. Anything imaginary basically implies it may not be true or realistic, which can leave you perplexed, confused, miserable... just simply fucked up mentally. That analysis marked the end of my moments of prolonged daydreaming and fantasizing since I learned that it was a good servant but a poor master;)



A discovery like that definitely leads to a whole new level of creative thinking which is quickly followed by thought organization. Constructive thinking then seems like the more sensible method to manifest any desirable condition as it only entails visualizing the personal images that you desire while it brings enthusiasm and joy. Mental chaos is not even worth talking about much less entertaining the thoughts associated with it, so... do the math!



Friday, September 18, 2009

An Introduction to REAL Entertainment

Entertainment is a phenomenon which includes people who want to find an agreeable occupation for their minds. Their thoughts automatically gravitate to whatever feels good to them and they continue engaging that vibe depending on the intensity of that person and the amount of energy they have left to enjoy it. However, the level of entertainment can vary from country to country or the towns within the countries... but where I'm from, there's always more than enough energy to burn when it comes to entertainment. It is a huge part of the JA'can culture that branches off into several aspects.

To name a few is still a lot, but here is a clip showing an example of what this interesting culture's dancing is like. The video clip was done by a couple of good friends of mine who share a similar passion for creative expressions as myself. The location of this clip is in Waterhouse, Kingston; a well known inner-city/ghetto/garrison where our culture is very raw, but authentic...


Proverbs 24:10 from Rickards Bros. on Vimeo.

That's just a piece.

Another unique aspect is an uncanny ability to express thoughts in a comical, aggressive, spiritual or silky-smooth manner using music with lyrical rhymes. We call it dancehall/reggae.

Check this out... the following clips feature performances of some of Jamaica's leading dance hall and reggae artists, Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley and his big brother Stephen Marley sons of the late Bob Marley. This next video is an example of the comical expression I was talking about>>>




This is the aggressive side>>>





Here we have the spiritual side>>>




... And of course, the silky-smooth side ;) >>>>>





Well as the title implies, this is just an introduction... so stay tuned homies!!!

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