Same here. When it was reported that even Prince Charles and a member of a remote tribe had it, it was clear that it was already universally spread. This meant that it was already too late to do anything about it. I do not worry about things outside our control, such as viruses and earthquakes. What I was worried about was the reacti…
Same here. When it was reported that even Prince Charles and a member of a remote tribe had it, it was clear that it was already universally spread. This meant that it was already too late to do anything about it. I do not worry about things outside our control, such as viruses and earthquakes. What I was worried about was the reaction to it. Even my worst fears were tame compared to what is actually going on. I knew that those in power would try to use it to gain even more power. What I did not count on was that most of the world’s population would not only go along with the power grab but be actually calling for it.
Here in Japan it is illegal to use a cell phone while driving, yet a great many do. It is a legal requirement to wear a seat belt while in a moving vehicle, a great many do not. Jay walking is illegal yet is so frequent they it seems to be one of the most popular national pastimes. Riding a bike at night without a light is illegal yet is a near universal reality. Speeding is illegal and the speed limit is not followed by the Japanese than it is anywhere else. Motorist are required by law to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks yet according to surveys reported in the news, over 70% claim to not know this despite their some 30 hours of required classroom instruction to get a driver’s license. There is NO LEGAL requirement to wear masks yet well over 99% do. One employer demanded that I wear a mast for online lessons conducted from my home. The Governor of Tokyo has recommended that masks be worn within one’s own residence and I many who do. Nursing students don gloves, grab disinfectant and paper towels to spay and white down theirs chairs and desks before taking their seats in the classroom, and after class for every class. Of course they are masked.
We went to an event in a local park yesterday. Beautiful Fall weather, nice and sunny. I was the only one unmasked other than for a handful of very young children. Of course my wife and kids were masked. And, of course, my wife was not pleased and told me to mask up, which I ignored. The emergency declaration was lifted on Nov. 1st yet everyone goes on as if it has not been.
Still afraid. Perhaps they sense on some level that govt is lying to them, but, ‘oh, how can this be?’ Fear instills further obedience, and so on. Everyone has their breaking point however, and unfortunately some in the extreme of simply giving up and dying. This is not a way in which to live life. This is a controlling narcissistic and abusive relationship. The only way in which to survive that is just to say ‘no.’ And walk away. When you stop giving them what they want, they eventually lose interest. If you stay, you’re dead. In your soul, mind, or otherwise. Keep enjoying the fresh air, and keep smiling. They hate that as they have no empathy, and it does not feed them, cruel, vile, twisted bastards that they are.
Fear, no doubt. Fear of what is the question. In Japan, the greatest fear is the fear of being in the minority. I am told that many here agree with my views but would be in the minority if they acted upon them. Thus, they participate in measures they know are useless as if they are true believers.
I understand. Canada is not much better now, I’m afraid. But, what I am finding, more than anything, is that connecting with others, complete strangers, on a one-to-one basis, without judgment, just smiling and saying hello, is accomplishing a lot also that might not happen with group movement. The more you do this, the more you will find people opening up to you. It’s letting go of the fear that lightens everything. You don’t necessarily need to go out and bang a drum. Just find the wiggle room, and start loosening the bonds 😊
Not workable in Japan. Strangers do NOT talk to each other on the street here except to ask for directions. Smiling at strangers gets one labeled as a “strange person”. Beyond that, it is not uncommon for masked and double masked to cross the street when they are close enough to realize that I am unmasked. Others will cover, usually pinch their mask at the bridge of their nose and turn their face away from me. Japan is a different place.
i am sorry to hear that, TS. truly, I would be locked up in a straight jacket long ago for that (if i were born there), and please forgive my ignorance in this regard. i have lived the majority of my life not caring what others think (hence 'strange'), which is lonely in itself of sorts, but it comes ultimately down to choice and a belief in the autonomy of oneself. so, that said, just try to smile inwardly and feel strong in who you are. grounded, free, and independent, and believe in that, if you can....fingers crossed!
I am from the States but there are reasons why Japan historically has high suicide rates. What others think of you is of the highest importance to Japanese, but not to me. A Japanese I know hates masks yet wears one anytime he leaves his home. He was shocked that I do not and asked, “How do you stand all the stares?”. I replied, “Easy. I’m Gaijin. I get stared at all the time.” To which he said, “gomennasai”, which “I’m sorry” used for apology. “Gaijin” is a foreigner. I have never followed the herd just to get long and soon may very well have to quit Japan and return to live in the US for the first time since graduating from college. I had already lost many positions and just learned of losing another in March. Have to find more jobs which is hard enough at anytime but there is no way I’m wearing a mask at work. When all are requiring masks….
Same here. When it was reported that even Prince Charles and a member of a remote tribe had it, it was clear that it was already universally spread. This meant that it was already too late to do anything about it. I do not worry about things outside our control, such as viruses and earthquakes. What I was worried about was the reaction to it. Even my worst fears were tame compared to what is actually going on. I knew that those in power would try to use it to gain even more power. What I did not count on was that most of the world’s population would not only go along with the power grab but be actually calling for it.
Here in Japan it is illegal to use a cell phone while driving, yet a great many do. It is a legal requirement to wear a seat belt while in a moving vehicle, a great many do not. Jay walking is illegal yet is so frequent they it seems to be one of the most popular national pastimes. Riding a bike at night without a light is illegal yet is a near universal reality. Speeding is illegal and the speed limit is not followed by the Japanese than it is anywhere else. Motorist are required by law to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks yet according to surveys reported in the news, over 70% claim to not know this despite their some 30 hours of required classroom instruction to get a driver’s license. There is NO LEGAL requirement to wear masks yet well over 99% do. One employer demanded that I wear a mast for online lessons conducted from my home. The Governor of Tokyo has recommended that masks be worn within one’s own residence and I many who do. Nursing students don gloves, grab disinfectant and paper towels to spay and white down theirs chairs and desks before taking their seats in the classroom, and after class for every class. Of course they are masked.
We went to an event in a local park yesterday. Beautiful Fall weather, nice and sunny. I was the only one unmasked other than for a handful of very young children. Of course my wife and kids were masked. And, of course, my wife was not pleased and told me to mask up, which I ignored. The emergency declaration was lifted on Nov. 1st yet everyone goes on as if it has not been.
Still afraid. Perhaps they sense on some level that govt is lying to them, but, ‘oh, how can this be?’ Fear instills further obedience, and so on. Everyone has their breaking point however, and unfortunately some in the extreme of simply giving up and dying. This is not a way in which to live life. This is a controlling narcissistic and abusive relationship. The only way in which to survive that is just to say ‘no.’ And walk away. When you stop giving them what they want, they eventually lose interest. If you stay, you’re dead. In your soul, mind, or otherwise. Keep enjoying the fresh air, and keep smiling. They hate that as they have no empathy, and it does not feed them, cruel, vile, twisted bastards that they are.
Fear, no doubt. Fear of what is the question. In Japan, the greatest fear is the fear of being in the minority. I am told that many here agree with my views but would be in the minority if they acted upon them. Thus, they participate in measures they know are useless as if they are true believers.
I understand. Canada is not much better now, I’m afraid. But, what I am finding, more than anything, is that connecting with others, complete strangers, on a one-to-one basis, without judgment, just smiling and saying hello, is accomplishing a lot also that might not happen with group movement. The more you do this, the more you will find people opening up to you. It’s letting go of the fear that lightens everything. You don’t necessarily need to go out and bang a drum. Just find the wiggle room, and start loosening the bonds 😊
Not workable in Japan. Strangers do NOT talk to each other on the street here except to ask for directions. Smiling at strangers gets one labeled as a “strange person”. Beyond that, it is not uncommon for masked and double masked to cross the street when they are close enough to realize that I am unmasked. Others will cover, usually pinch their mask at the bridge of their nose and turn their face away from me. Japan is a different place.
i am sorry to hear that, TS. truly, I would be locked up in a straight jacket long ago for that (if i were born there), and please forgive my ignorance in this regard. i have lived the majority of my life not caring what others think (hence 'strange'), which is lonely in itself of sorts, but it comes ultimately down to choice and a belief in the autonomy of oneself. so, that said, just try to smile inwardly and feel strong in who you are. grounded, free, and independent, and believe in that, if you can....fingers crossed!
I am from the States but there are reasons why Japan historically has high suicide rates. What others think of you is of the highest importance to Japanese, but not to me. A Japanese I know hates masks yet wears one anytime he leaves his home. He was shocked that I do not and asked, “How do you stand all the stares?”. I replied, “Easy. I’m Gaijin. I get stared at all the time.” To which he said, “gomennasai”, which “I’m sorry” used for apology. “Gaijin” is a foreigner. I have never followed the herd just to get long and soon may very well have to quit Japan and return to live in the US for the first time since graduating from college. I had already lost many positions and just learned of losing another in March. Have to find more jobs which is hard enough at anytime but there is no way I’m wearing a mask at work. When all are requiring masks….
and, this: https://tobyrogers.substack.com/p/high-tech-global-genocidal-feudalism
you might like this: https://www.lewrockwell.com/2021/11/no_author/when-resistance-becomes-duty/