"When you begin to think outside the box, you often become some other "leaders" lousy follower. That usually costs something" (Andy Rayner)

"Our guardian angels are bored." (Mike Foster)

It's where I feel I'm at these days. “In the second half of life, it is good just to be a part of the general dance. We do not have to stand out, make defining moves, or be better than anyone else on the dance floor. Life is more participatory than assertive, and there is no need for strong or further self-definition” (Falling Upward. Richard Rohr.120).

Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Righteous Indignation of Labeling

He will not be baited into their traps he will not be sideline as a member of "this group" or "that position."
Guilt by association is an easy trump card in public life. If you can label your opponent as Right-Wing or Liberal, Fundamentalist or Charismatic, you don't even have to argue your case.
Your fellow partisans will dismiss the culprit with righteous indignation. Branding someone prevents them from ever being able to prove they are innocent, state their case. It's a cheap and effective Ploy that's been around a long time, a particular favourite. . . ."

John Eldredge. Beautiful Outlaw

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