“Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter” -Mark Twain
“Love cannot save you from your own fate” - Jim Morrison
“It's better to burn out, than to fade away” - Neil Young
We are all aging; however like plants, many of us do not flower.
Why?
A complex question, and every person out there has a different answer, but my theory is that we, they, them, all reach what is called “the comfort zone”. This comfort zone is a treacherous land and we spend most of the time teetering on the edge balancing on one leg.
We spend our time frustrated that we have fallen out of it, and with resentment that it is hard to get back. When we do get back, we made a solemn vow never to venture out again.
To quote the wise Homer Simpson when highlighting the morality of trying to improve there situation came up with this gem “Kids, you tried your best and you failed miserably. The lesson is, never try”
So we never try, and we just ‘Fade to Grey’.
This week, as part of the Scott Everest random season, Leopardwoman and I, went along to Steve Stranges 50th birthday party in Punk nightclub in Soho Street London. Now for those who do not know Steve Strange, he was one of the founding fathers of the New Romantic Movement in the late 70’s early 80’s, and was the promoter of ‘The Blitz Club’ which is situated in Queensway, Holborn.
He was also in a pop band called Visage, and they had a successful hit called ‘Fade to Grey’.
Now my life is really all about midgets, vampires, writing, swimming and reading. However sometimes, with all the interests, you can sometimes forget that life is to be enjoyed.
Now, we have all heard the WVMM ‘white van man mantra’, all I need is 3 square meals a day, money for fags and a beer, curry on a Saturday Night, watch football on a Sunday and my health and I am a happy man.
If this does genuinely make him happy, then all power to you, and the three top quotes actually validate that.
It’s just…………………………………………………………….. I kind of do not want to die with my music still in me. That is a metaphor for regret, and to re-visit Homer’s quote of just not trying, it’s just not me.
I have been to many self help seminars, which cynically and quite obviously are sales pitches. They want to exchange their work + your money x fingers crossed + dedication = accidental result.
The above is not a criticism of the guys and gals out there earning a living this way, whom I have a tremendous respect for. It is more a poke in the eye to people like me.
I had an epiphany, and this inspired the whole blog and put me at ease with myself. When we get into a comfort zone (whatever size) to stay there we develop habits. If you are a multi millionaire or a coach potato, your behaviour is relative.
However, not changing up, the comfort and enjoyment begins to fade…………….
So what do we do?
Well, my happiness is fading and from watching ‘The Wire’ and to think of love, happiness and wealth as a drug, then I am going to have to call up Stringer Bell and Avon Barksdale and ask for a ……………………………………….
Re-Up!
This is the title for my next blog, an intravenous shot to the arm that can be taken again, again and again. It never runs out, but it is very addictive.
I am to give you the answer to happiness, love, wealth, cheese and good skin.
A bold statement and a personal challenge!
Please click on the survey to say you have read the blog.
Scott xxx
“Love cannot save you from your own fate” - Jim Morrison
“It's better to burn out, than to fade away” - Neil Young
We are all aging; however like plants, many of us do not flower.
Why?
A complex question, and every person out there has a different answer, but my theory is that we, they, them, all reach what is called “the comfort zone”. This comfort zone is a treacherous land and we spend most of the time teetering on the edge balancing on one leg.
We spend our time frustrated that we have fallen out of it, and with resentment that it is hard to get back. When we do get back, we made a solemn vow never to venture out again.
To quote the wise Homer Simpson when highlighting the morality of trying to improve there situation came up with this gem “Kids, you tried your best and you failed miserably. The lesson is, never try”
So we never try, and we just ‘Fade to Grey’.
This week, as part of the Scott Everest random season, Leopardwoman and I, went along to Steve Stranges 50th birthday party in Punk nightclub in Soho Street London. Now for those who do not know Steve Strange, he was one of the founding fathers of the New Romantic Movement in the late 70’s early 80’s, and was the promoter of ‘The Blitz Club’ which is situated in Queensway, Holborn.
He was also in a pop band called Visage, and they had a successful hit called ‘Fade to Grey’.
Now my life is really all about midgets, vampires, writing, swimming and reading. However sometimes, with all the interests, you can sometimes forget that life is to be enjoyed.
Now, we have all heard the WVMM ‘white van man mantra’, all I need is 3 square meals a day, money for fags and a beer, curry on a Saturday Night, watch football on a Sunday and my health and I am a happy man.
If this does genuinely make him happy, then all power to you, and the three top quotes actually validate that.
It’s just…………………………………………………………….. I kind of do not want to die with my music still in me. That is a metaphor for regret, and to re-visit Homer’s quote of just not trying, it’s just not me.
I have been to many self help seminars, which cynically and quite obviously are sales pitches. They want to exchange their work + your money x fingers crossed + dedication = accidental result.
The above is not a criticism of the guys and gals out there earning a living this way, whom I have a tremendous respect for. It is more a poke in the eye to people like me.
I had an epiphany, and this inspired the whole blog and put me at ease with myself. When we get into a comfort zone (whatever size) to stay there we develop habits. If you are a multi millionaire or a coach potato, your behaviour is relative.
However, not changing up, the comfort and enjoyment begins to fade…………….
So what do we do?
Well, my happiness is fading and from watching ‘The Wire’ and to think of love, happiness and wealth as a drug, then I am going to have to call up Stringer Bell and Avon Barksdale and ask for a ……………………………………….
Re-Up!
This is the title for my next blog, an intravenous shot to the arm that can be taken again, again and again. It never runs out, but it is very addictive.
I am to give you the answer to happiness, love, wealth, cheese and good skin.
A bold statement and a personal challenge!
Please click on the survey to say you have read the blog.
Scott xxx
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