Weekly things
Moral direction, scrolling and being unsure
Things from the day
Monday 12 August
Do you ever regret putting a full stop, where you should have put a comma?
Tuesday 13 August
Asking my wise friend Bethany for advice, she tells me: “Keep going unto your not-sure is a no.”
Wednesday 14 August
I’m trying to remember feelings of guilt, shame, and regret point to living in the past. Fear, worry, anxiety, point to living in the future. Clarity, acceptance, and joy point to the present.
Thursday 15 August
I scroll because I’m unable to sleep, but I’m unable to sleep because I scroll.
Friday 16 August
Overheard: “It’s going to take longer when you don’t take any shortcuts”
Saturday 17 August
My friend berates herself for being a master of none. Yet I’ve always admired her varied pursuits—they make her such a well-rounded, interesting person.
Sunday 18 August
Overheard: “I don’t want to be told I’m being too hard on myself — I want to be told I’m capable.”
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