Tag: Lack of self empathy

  • Aspirin

    The poem explores the juxtaposition of professional wrestlers and boxers, highlighting their vulnerabilities and fears, particularly the fear of death. Despite their tough exterior, they are portrayed as children wrestling with their fears, engaging in violent competition as a means to confront and suppress these deep-seated anxieties.

  • the Real Deep State

    Nonconscious Death Anxiety lurks within our minds, causing us to perceive imagined threats. Instead of confronting this anxiety, many continue to battle these illusions, feeling unsatisfied and heroic. The struggle against these vague fears reflects our minds’ inadequacy in handling uncertainty and the unknown. Understanding this may lead to greater clarity.

  • American Heartburn

    The content suggests that engaging with provocative or spicy news can quickly lead to heightened emotions and intense reactions. This is depicted through the metaphor of chewing on such news, which results in the use of sharp or caustic language, reflecting the negative impact of sensationalism.