Simple Wisdom

I am watching a series on Netflix called Peaky Blinders.

Spectacular show.

Sadly, I am about to watch the last 2 episodes of Season 5. Probably today. Season 6 is not scheduled for release until 2022.  It is imperative that I maintain whatever health I have until then.

Since I am a world renowned influencer, I know you might want to check out the show based on my experience. Just know that violence is graphic; your weak stomach may preclude your enjoyment of the fascinating story lines and characters. In addition it is set in the early 20th century in England. If you don't enjoy period pieces, you might not like it.

What the hell is wrong with you? Why are you so close-minded?

Two of the main characters were having a conversation about how the world works. One made the following brilliant observation: "Big fucks small."

Succinct. Perfect.

Because that is exactly how the world works. Exactly how life works.

If you are small, if your job is small, if your paycheck is small, your life constricted within asphyxiating borders - you lose.

Big will make sure you lose.

We all come out of the box aiming to be Big. We want wealth, independence, respect, a fun and fascinating life. The odds are against that. Enormously so.

Natural and unnatural selection will conspire against you to put the boot to your neck and keep it there until death makes its presence unnecessary.

Unfortunately there are more than enough boots to go around.

It's not enough that reality is made up of Big and Small. Big just can't leave it alone. Big will actively instigate to exploit, subjugate, abuse and dominate Small.

Cold, huh?

Defining life is the biggest challenge for the inquiring mind. Understanding it. Wondering why you cannot bend it to your will.

When your eyes glaze over as your head pounds from smashing it against the wall, pull back and say out loud "Big fucks small."

It won't feel good, but submitting to reality can sometimes help you to avoid the pusher man.