RobArt Penguin

I could do with a lot less harsh self talk. Ever since I was a kid, people who know me say I am too hard on myself. It seems natural to me, but as an old man, I know it’s not constructive or healthy to rebuke myself when things turn out differently than I planned. I wish I was a more patient father. I wish I had a more stable career. I wish I pursued writing a long time ago. I wish I had a bigger social network. This list goes on. I used to explore how I got started with my self-retribution. It was a big can of worms. At this point, it doesn’t matter about the “why,” I focus on adding a counter narrative. It’s a constant conversation, with that voice that is never satisfied. But down deep, I am relentless. I will always move towards the light.