I think often times we unconsciously make decisions that affect who we become as people, and unless it's pointed out to us, never notice. For instance, when there's a sidewalk that takes you where you want to go, but it's more of a round about way than just walking through the grass, often times people still pick the sidewalk. I understand, it's convenient, the ground is flatter, the parallel lines appeal to our brains, but that preference is built in.
Societal norms constrain us, give us limitations, and I'm not saying that's a bad thing at all, but when you don't realize that you're making those decisions.. that is what seems a little bit sketchy to me. It's a personal choice whether you want to be defined as x, y, or z, or if you would rather stay fluid so you can take on and understand all perspectives... but be aware of it. Because 95% of the time, society is pushing us to be boxed, and defined, and if you don't consciously fight against it, you're going to get sucked into it.
Basically, what I'm saying is cut through the grass. Try it, at least once. If you don't like it and you want to go back to your box, I understand. Sometimes, I want to go back to my box and stay there forever. But people don't grow if they stay in their boxes. I won't, you won't. So just try it.
-Randa
absolutely. coming from an arena of life where you can be brought up on charges for unauthorized grass walking, I hate using the sidewalk if there's a more attractive greener route.
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