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Conservatism, Reaction, and the Elder's Responsibility: A Message to My Age Grade

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Conservatism, Reaction, and the Elder's Responsibility: A Message to My Age Grade Great Day, Fam. This one right here? It’s not for everyone. If you’re not at or approaching Eldership—defined in our tribe as about 55 years old and up—you might not feel all of this. But if you’re curious, or if you’re one of those younger souls already walking with wisdom, you’re welcome to keep reading. This message is for the Elders. For those of us who should know better. And yes—I’m including myself. Let’s Start With the Mirror I’ve got to confess something. I’ve been guilty. Guilty of being reactionary. Guilty of falling into the trap of conservatism. Guilty of romanticizing the past. Guilty of looking at our young people and calling them “soft”—as if we were born warriors, as if we didn’t have to become who we are through fire, failure, and guidance. Many of us Elders are stuck in a loop. We remember only the highlights of our youth—the toughest times we survived, the boldest moments ...
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The Illusion of Magical Thinking in American Politics: A Wake-Up Call

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  The Illusion of Magical Thinking in American Politics: A Wake-Up Call In a recent political rally, I found myself delving deep into an unsettling trend in our society—one where legislation and ideology seem to be steeped in magical thinking. As I examined a bill from Ohio aimed at eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives from K-12 public education, I realized that America is in the midst of a profound cultural shift. The Rise of Magical Thinking It appears that, much like in certain spiritual circles, some Americans believe that if you focus on something hard enough, you can manifest it into reality—or simply make it vanish by ignoring it. This mindset, reminiscent of the principles behind “The Secret,” has infiltrated not only our spiritual lives but also our political discourse. Leaders and influencers are beginning to suggest that the failures of our society are not the result of systemic issues, but rather a lack of personal belief and commitment. In this v...
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