Play

In play we transform the world according to our desires, while in learning we transform ourselves better to conform to the structure of the world.

We have a lot to learn from little kids. They play - take naps - catch bugs not to kill them, but to observe and learn from them. When they have disagreements they scream, kick, and cry - experiencing emotions so strong they're not quite sure what to do with them. 5 minutes later they're back to playing and exploring. Somehow we grow up and quit playing, quit taking naps, and start killing bugs. Out of "respect" for other people we talk about them behind their backs, not having the courage to talk to them face to face. We forget what it's like to be overcome by emotions and instead fall into a dull routine, not experiencing sorrow or joy, but merely surviving from day to day. We conform to the structure of the world and instead of labeling ourselves as what we are - boring - we call ourselves educated.

I am blessed to be surrounded by people who still believe in being 'awake' - who stand on desks to teach and call their students when they don't come to school. People who stand up for their views, even when outnumbered 5-1, who search for answers rather than adoptioning the opinions of others. I have passionate friends - people who won't let me not play. They still kill bugs, but I'm working on that :)