My lack of post material is my enemy tonight. :o(
While each person has his or her own personal definition, Merriam-Webster defines enemy as "one that is antagonistic to another; especially; one seeking to injure, overthrow, or confound an opponent; something harmful or deadly." Each of us are fair game to these obstacles in which we are forced to encounter thoughout our lives. An enemy is not necessarily a human or an object, but could also be a situation beyond one's control.
Although the assignment is to discuss a situation in my life when I had been aligned with what everyone else had thought of as the enemy, for the life of me, I cannot pin-point an experience to meet this criteria which is not too personal to share. I am typically neutral when it comes to any given situation or debate. Even though I find the good more than the bad, I see shades of gray more often than simply black or white. I try to keep enemies to a minimum and avoid placing myself in such situations.
I sincerely cannot think of a single "enemy" which is worth discussing in full. Nothing outside of stress, lack of sleep, and a fulltime school and work combination. None of which have been brought to a resolution.
But because I do not feel comfortable cutting this post short due to tonight's unusual lack of creativity and ideas, perhaps I may use perfectionism briefly as meager material.
Although it may sound remotely insignificant, perfectionism is something that directly affects my life on a daily basis. I feel the need to do my best at all times. This brings on much unnecessary stress when it is paired with a packed schedule and little time outside of school hours when work comes into play.
I categorize this as an ememy by the section of the definition stating it can be something that is harmful. I feel as this can become harmful over a period of time because the stress and absence of breaks may build up and eventually cause a mental or physical crash. I do not feel as if I will allow it to result in that manner, but the potential is certainly present.
Sidenote: Wow, guys... I apologize deeply, for I know for certain that this is not my strongest post. I truly have spent time ripping my hair out over this, but I have come up with nothing. I will make it up to you, Drivethru Pickles. I want us to be able to learn from one another. That is what we are here for.
Another quick thought...
Did anyone else find this piece of writing to be difficult to comprehend? I read it twice. The first time was silently; the second was aloud. Still I found myself struggling to get into the reading, which was a major gear change from TTTC.
Although the assignment is to discuss a situation in my life when I had been aligned with what everyone else had thought of as the enemy, for the life of me, I cannot pin-point an experience to meet this criteria which is not too personal to share. I am typically neutral when it comes to any given situation or debate. Even though I find the good more than the bad, I see shades of gray more often than simply black or white. I try to keep enemies to a minimum and avoid placing myself in such situations.
I sincerely cannot think of a single "enemy" which is worth discussing in full. Nothing outside of stress, lack of sleep, and a fulltime school and work combination. None of which have been brought to a resolution.
But because I do not feel comfortable cutting this post short due to tonight's unusual lack of creativity and ideas, perhaps I may use perfectionism briefly as meager material.
Although it may sound remotely insignificant, perfectionism is something that directly affects my life on a daily basis. I feel the need to do my best at all times. This brings on much unnecessary stress when it is paired with a packed schedule and little time outside of school hours when work comes into play.
I categorize this as an ememy by the section of the definition stating it can be something that is harmful. I feel as this can become harmful over a period of time because the stress and absence of breaks may build up and eventually cause a mental or physical crash. I do not feel as if I will allow it to result in that manner, but the potential is certainly present.
Sidenote: Wow, guys... I apologize deeply, for I know for certain that this is not my strongest post. I truly have spent time ripping my hair out over this, but I have come up with nothing. I will make it up to you, Drivethru Pickles. I want us to be able to learn from one another. That is what we are here for.
Another quick thought...
Did anyone else find this piece of writing to be difficult to comprehend? I read it twice. The first time was silently; the second was aloud. Still I found myself struggling to get into the reading, which was a major gear change from TTTC.
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