"TLDR; I’m not trying to make friends or colleagues with feminists/trans lunatics/black supremacists. I’m trying to limit their destructive power in politics, culture, and public policy. I don’t want to be their friends."
That really ties into that cluster B research I think. Some people think only about power, the narcissists and Machiavellians and so on. Power is what motivates them, either to get it or to respond to it. Others think about and live by rules. Those can be laws, traditions, habits, social mores, whatever. use Everyday normal human interaction is undergirded by rules. Cluster B uses rules to keep power. So I think your response is right on. Rules aren't going to affect them in any way.
"Skin-on, bone-in chicken parts (thighs are best)"
There is not a more pure expression of truth that can be constructed in the English language than the above statement. And I didn't learn this until I reached middle age.
So glad to know you've sold your house. It will be such a load off your shoulders once you've completed the renovations and gotten all settled into your new (to you) place. Wishing you a smooth and successful transition.
Feeling superior because of some special taste is really a funny characteristic of quite a lot of educated people. If I am confronted with people showcasing this attitude, I just shrug my shoulders and move on, knowing that my tastes are superior anyway ;-)
Another well written article by Josh Slocum at The Disaffected Newsletter. On point and brilliantly stated, as per usual. This bit (or bob?) on outspoken is beyond brilliant, but of course I would say that, being both blunt and outspoken.
I’m in a weird place with this Josh guy. I’m a Christian and a true (as opposed to Neo) Conservative and have been all my life. As in, the first insult I hurled was at the grown ups that had blocked the path of my tricycle. I called them, “Dirty liberals!” although it came out “dirty wibwowls”.
Point being we come from vastly different spaces to end up in the same one, at least, in terms of viewing cultural and politicals.
This is also why I dislike using the terms “right” and “left” to describe the political paradigm (I love that word, I think it makes me sound so smart, yes?) It’s a divisive term, and “common decency” isn’t right or left. Neither are “avarice” and “cowardice”.
I don’t know why your essays are bringing me to tears lately. The “If I were a believer” bit about music just got me. The purity of that statement is beautiful.
I've been thinking a lot about your approach of just saying no and letting people go from your life. The new agey/Christian part of me wants to love everyone and turn away no-one. Yet, Jesus himself told his disciples that they should just walk away and shake the dust off their feet when dealing with unreceptive people. Still, we need more "converts" because that's the only way to turn things around. So where do you draw the line? I do think there is a big difference between someone with possibly incurable borderline personality disorder and someone who is simply brainwashed by the corporate media but otherwise a nice person. For the latter I am careful to speak in their language and make little openings when I can.
PS I'm also stubborn on the idea of healing...I think everyone has the potential to be healed...but with BPD people it may take a full-blown exorcism. Not entirely joking on that point either. :-P
Doesn't look bad (the spice) until you read the ingredients. The last one....so better to make your own.
Also do you like A Capella music?
Garlic, Onion, Salt, Spices and Herbs (Including Black Pepper, Parsley, Red Pepper, Paprika), Orange Peel, Green Bell Pepper and Sulfiting Agent.
Sulfiting agents are chemical compounds that have been used as food additives since antiquity to prevent enzymatic and nonenzymatic browning, control growth of microorganisms, act as bleaching agents, antioxidants, or reducing agents, and carry out various other technical functions. Sulfiting agents include sulfur dioxide, sodium sulfate, sodium and potassium bisulfites, and metabisulfites.
Bits and bobs
You are right on all points here, including the way to season chicken.
"TLDR; I’m not trying to make friends or colleagues with feminists/trans lunatics/black supremacists. I’m trying to limit their destructive power in politics, culture, and public policy. I don’t want to be their friends."
That really ties into that cluster B research I think. Some people think only about power, the narcissists and Machiavellians and so on. Power is what motivates them, either to get it or to respond to it. Others think about and live by rules. Those can be laws, traditions, habits, social mores, whatever. use Everyday normal human interaction is undergirded by rules. Cluster B uses rules to keep power. So I think your response is right on. Rules aren't going to affect them in any way.
"Skin-on, bone-in chicken parts (thighs are best)"
There is not a more pure expression of truth that can be constructed in the English language than the above statement. And I didn't learn this until I reached middle age.
So glad to know you've sold your house. It will be such a load off your shoulders once you've completed the renovations and gotten all settled into your new (to you) place. Wishing you a smooth and successful transition.
Feeling superior because of some special taste is really a funny characteristic of quite a lot of educated people. If I am confronted with people showcasing this attitude, I just shrug my shoulders and move on, knowing that my tastes are superior anyway ;-)
For European readers who don't want a meal that looks like it's been cooked by Directed Energy Weapons, 425°F is 220°C.
I agree about music. For some reason, during the first lockdowns I found I could only listen to Nordic Dark Folk. There is no going back.
Another well written article by Josh Slocum at The Disaffected Newsletter. On point and brilliantly stated, as per usual. This bit (or bob?) on outspoken is beyond brilliant, but of course I would say that, being both blunt and outspoken.
I’m in a weird place with this Josh guy. I’m a Christian and a true (as opposed to Neo) Conservative and have been all my life. As in, the first insult I hurled was at the grown ups that had blocked the path of my tricycle. I called them, “Dirty liberals!” although it came out “dirty wibwowls”.
Point being we come from vastly different spaces to end up in the same one, at least, in terms of viewing cultural and politicals.
This is also why I dislike using the terms “right” and “left” to describe the political paradigm (I love that word, I think it makes me sound so smart, yes?) It’s a divisive term, and “common decency” isn’t right or left. Neither are “avarice” and “cowardice”.
Mmmm. Im cooking skirt steak tonight w/ a chimmichuri sauce. When did skirt steak become such an expensive cut of meat????
Agreed on music.
“Cheap as homemade sin” 😉
That’s a new expression for me...😀
I don’t know why your essays are bringing me to tears lately. The “If I were a believer” bit about music just got me. The purity of that statement is beautiful.
I've been thinking a lot about your approach of just saying no and letting people go from your life. The new agey/Christian part of me wants to love everyone and turn away no-one. Yet, Jesus himself told his disciples that they should just walk away and shake the dust off their feet when dealing with unreceptive people. Still, we need more "converts" because that's the only way to turn things around. So where do you draw the line? I do think there is a big difference between someone with possibly incurable borderline personality disorder and someone who is simply brainwashed by the corporate media but otherwise a nice person. For the latter I am careful to speak in their language and make little openings when I can.
PS I'm also stubborn on the idea of healing...I think everyone has the potential to be healed...but with BPD people it may take a full-blown exorcism. Not entirely joking on that point either. :-P
agree wholeheartedly.
As it regards music, here are a few that work for me in the way you suggest:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uwxlpik9FI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1o8M74ufF4Q
and last but not least in this list-
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1T5NuI6Ai-o
Doesn't look bad (the spice) until you read the ingredients. The last one....so better to make your own.
Also do you like A Capella music?
Garlic, Onion, Salt, Spices and Herbs (Including Black Pepper, Parsley, Red Pepper, Paprika), Orange Peel, Green Bell Pepper and Sulfiting Agent.
Sulfiting agents are chemical compounds that have been used as food additives since antiquity to prevent enzymatic and nonenzymatic browning, control growth of microorganisms, act as bleaching agents, antioxidants, or reducing agents, and carry out various other technical functions. Sulfiting agents include sulfur dioxide, sodium sulfate, sodium and potassium bisulfites, and metabisulfites.
I made the chicken dish! Delicious! Thank you for the ‘bits and bobs’ Josh
Every word of this is a chef's kiss!