Considering “want” vs “ought”
My ex posted something recently about her struggles with what she wanted and what she thought she ought to do so she could age gracefully. As is often the case, she resolved this serious moral conundrum but attending two CrossFit classes.
I propose that she consult with more serious minds before embarrassing herself further. I immediately thought of the short story "Who Will Say the Kaddish For Me?"
Do 10 crunches and face the firing squad with improved abs!
A few lights for consideration:
We ought to talk kindly of our loved ones behind their backs
We ought to attend the funerals of our spouses parents and not get blackout drunk.
We ought to not fuck others.
We ought to disclose all our financial transactions within a marriage.
We ought to contribute equally to the wellbeing of our communities.
We ought to listen carefully to what others have to say. That includes comprehending, too.
We ought to read slowly enough that we learn and improve.
We ought to share.
I propose that she consult with more serious minds before embarrassing herself further. I immediately thought of the short story "Who Will Say the Kaddish For Me?"
Do 10 crunches and face the firing squad with improved abs!
A few lights for consideration:
We ought to talk kindly of our loved ones behind their backs
We ought to attend the funerals of our spouses parents and not get blackout drunk.
We ought to not fuck others.
We ought to disclose all our financial transactions within a marriage.
We ought to contribute equally to the wellbeing of our communities.
We ought to listen carefully to what others have to say. That includes comprehending, too.
We ought to read slowly enough that we learn and improve.
We ought to share.
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