Re: [microsound] can we take a breather?

[ThSpaceInBetween@xxxxxxx]

Thank you for taking the time to post this anaylysis and for sharing your insights.  

Spring is in the air. Thanks for another reminder.

In a message dated 3/19/2003 , macrosound@xxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:

> I've following these pilitical argument threads for a while and I was
> wondering if anyone would mind relaxing for a minute, taking a
> metaphorical deep breath and examining their motivations.
> 
> Though I've seen some interesting arguments, half of the posts have been
> ego-smearing and way to detail oriented.
> 
> What is truly effecting us about this war (so far no blood shed)?  Or more
> importantly what can we really do to affect the situation.
> 
> I don't think anyone has said they actually want thousands of people
> killed so most of us must be in general agreement about that.
> 
> What's the point?
> 
> Agressive behaviour occurs in many forms and at many different decibel
> levels.  What we are observing in the US-Iraq nonsense is a macrocosm of
> daily conflict.  This conflict is based on greed and ego validation, two
> things which permeate most of western society.  You cannot stop others
> from seeking more wealth and power or simply more image, but you can act
> in a peaceful manner.  The microcosm makes the macrocosm.  This view is
> contrary to history which shows individuals affecting a majority through
> force.  Call me a fuckung buddist but what happens when people decide to
> be peaceful and put their focus on themselves and their daily interactions
> rather than argue about what the big dogs are doing to hurt 
> each other?

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