Hey Philosopher,
“The world is suffering from an epidemic of loneliness. If we cannot connect, we cannot thrive.” — Vivek Murthy
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If you reside in Australia or cities within the Global North, you’ve likely observed something.
After 5 PM, every day of the week, the streets begin to resemble a ghost town.
New York City, or the likes, might be an exception, but in most places, the once-busy roads go silent, the energy fades, and the whole vibe shifts. The weird thing is, it happens in the blink of an eye.
It is not because there is some secret curfew. That is just the new reality. Crazy times!
This lifestyle feels off for those who grew up outside this routine.
People rush home only to start planning how to return to work and repeat the cycle. It is like running on a treadmill, spinning endlessly just like Spinall.
It isn't because they want to. They have few choices except to desire to. There is a way out; keep reading...
You're now at home. What's next? Binge-watch TV, scroll through your phone, crash or spend some time with your partner, escape in a quickie, or play with the kids if you've got the energy.
Gone are the days when parents sat down with their kids to go through homework or just played for fun outside of weekends.
Marriages are falling apart (like things fall apart) and at an insane rate or not happening at all, according to the
Raising kids has become an afterthought, no longer the necessity it once was.
Some folks would rather watch porn than experience real intimacy. Even when sex does happen, it feels more transactional than ever.
God knows I am a big fan of stay-at-home mothers and stay-at-home parents if applicable. Work for what?!
Honestly, I think we, the millennials, are one of the luckiest generations. We got to grow up before technology completely took over and messed everything up.
How I Reckon We Can Unf*ck Our Lives
I do not know about you, but here is how I do things.
I make sure to stick to my morning routine—I never leave for work without brushing my teeth. It’s becoming rare though; most people don’t even do that anymore, much less floss.
Sometimes, I go an entire day without my phone. Sound crazy right?
Yes. no calls, no notifications. And nope, do not stress my life. I am not holding your destiny.
I check my email only on my desktop, and only at home.
I want to live a life I can truly remember, not just go through the motions.
Maybe we all need a reset.
Maybe it is time to bring back the old ways.
Telling stories that stick in our mental library.
The stories my high school teachers shared still live in my mind, rent-free, and I cherish their space.
The proverbs my friends and family shared still apply to real life. Recently, I came across one that hit me hard. @weekendhcronicle.org
I keep repeating it to myself so it sticks with me. Because some things are worth holding onto.
Yes, we need to see social media as a research tool rather than a platform where we can scroll our lives away.
We should all learn to live without notifications and cheap dopamine hits. I believe a dopamine cleanse would help.
Say hey to strangers; those acts are priceless.
Be brave; take yourself seriously.
Don't always agree and fold your hands; otherwise, you could become a folder.
Wear your best clothes; otherwise, you may suddenly dislike them.
Learn to do your things alone. Being alone doesn't mean lonely.
But there's a problem with my weed; overdose leaves me with anxiety. A fight I've got to fight alone as well.
Most of you are undoubtedly in that situation; you are not alone.
Dope with caution.
If it's not good for you, kindly call it Quits.
I hope this wacky letter finds you in a reflective mindset.
Thank you for reading, and see you in the next one.
…To be continued.
Until next time,
— Destiny