Thank you. I always enjoy your writing. I was struck by your comment about the paradox of feeling hopeful/optimistic in times like these, and for the first time in years I am feeling optimistic here at the end of 2024. Why? I'm not sure...Don't think I am not saddened by the election results and thinking about the next four years, and as an academic, I will be walking into a very busy and unsettled Spring semester. But I'm feeling good during these final days of 2024. I'll take it for now, and will continue to watch my feelings. Your work in mindfulness and that of others will be much needed I am sure. Happy New Year, Jay.
Thanks and happy new year to you as well. To be sure, I'm sure both of our optimisms are tempered with realism: things are going to be very hard for a lot of people. But I agree, there are causes for some hope.
Thank you. I always enjoy your writing. I was struck by your comment about the paradox of feeling hopeful/optimistic in times like these, and for the first time in years I am feeling optimistic here at the end of 2024. Why? I'm not sure...Don't think I am not saddened by the election results and thinking about the next four years, and as an academic, I will be walking into a very busy and unsettled Spring semester. But I'm feeling good during these final days of 2024. I'll take it for now, and will continue to watch my feelings. Your work in mindfulness and that of others will be much needed I am sure. Happy New Year, Jay.
Thanks and happy new year to you as well. To be sure, I'm sure both of our optimisms are tempered with realism: things are going to be very hard for a lot of people. But I agree, there are causes for some hope.
Thanks for making me feel better...I think? But seriously, your perspective is always helpful.
Thanks!
But reminding me of that movie scene? Yikes! An apt metaphor, though.