Social Insanity

I feel EXPECTING (implicitly/explicitly) PEOPLE TO READ YOUR MIND is a very parochial form of tyranny, it blames people for something they have no control over in the name of acceptance/validation or belonging. It's ironic that the people who demand this are either hyper insecure skilled individuals who get their feeling of importance by popularity and oppression OR polarised end of the spectrum who don't have their shit together but believe it's a mark of connection, romance and love. It's funny both of them usually have to remind themselves of things i.e. do this, do that, you got this, you're in control, you're special, you're strong, you know where the keys are, I need to mow the lawn, positive affirmations to self love quotes, self assurances in rejection - but lack the humility to give the same courtesy to other humans, it's JUST ANOTHER HIGH at the expense of OTHERS - عدنان Image(s): Unsplash

A better approach -  عدنان's Six (6) Steps : This post is part of the broader article - Survival Guide to Modern Dating: Swiping Toxic Attachments, Manipulation, Fetishes and Matching Self-Discovery - The Better Way! Note to reader: I can't be the ONLY one who is stuck in the matrix/feedback loop of endless bad dating/unfulfilling relationships. There has to be a better reality that must be created through meaningful change of values, emotions, narratives, intentional action, suffering, growth, spirituality, nurturing and compassion that allows us to get the LOVE and ACCEPTANCE we all yearn in our lives.   There is an equation to work out your taxes, superannuation, and car payments – there is no equation for a good, meaningful, and thriving relationships. Well, it’s complicated – kind of, the way most meaningful things in life generally are – however, I truly believe that world that we experience is manifested by the way we live our life. As a mature, functional,...

Note to reader: All I ask is that you entertain this post without accepting it, validate it, supplement it with your learnings & life experience, grow from it and then uncover your own myth. Apologies in advance for the modern day slangs and expletives! There are many people that you will love, they are not necessarily the same people that you will make a life with – Are you looking for a LOVE story or a LIFE story? Esther Perel Sleeping in the same bed, doesn't make you close to someone. Living in the same house doesn't make you close to someone. The only thing which makes you close is - when you feel you can be open, when you feel seen and heard and understood - Jay Shetty Now, since I have you hooked on these poignant quotes and work of these competent, wise, and knowledgeable individuals – I wanted to relay the epiphany  –  that Esther Perel, Matthew Hussey, and Jay Shetty can relay the best sage advice and give you the map to find cupid’s silver arrow for most ama...