I love life?… I love it not?

I am recalling the song, “Dirty Laundry” by Don Henley, where those who gather and report the news are like one voracious creature who can’t get enough dirt of the seditious variety to devour and regurgitate upon the land of the hungry ignorant masses.

News is a social bridge connecting one perception of reality with another. It is intended to supply our minds with more second hand energy that can be fed upon. Feeds are internal judgments based on perceptions of right/wrong and good/bad. Our perceptions are just that… our own, and do not express what others perceive, although agreement tends to indicate a match. Those “iffy” areas of “grey” are worthy snack feeds. Micro scrutinizing is a conservative way of tapping into the feed flow if you are bored or in a hurry… like sipping at your drink instead of gulping it down.

What is “Feed Value?” It is the level of satisfaction gained by ego when it judges emotions. Value can be increased by comparing the current and past levels of satisfaction to future possibilities. Additional value can be gained by breaking focus from self- feeding to focusing on other potential energy sources. Being right in our own eyes is euphoric while being right in others perception can bring extraordinary value. Justification is an indication that comparisons have been entertained for the egos’ advantage.

There is an addictive nature that accompanies a feed. Justification brings on a false sense of well-being that is a set up for consuming more emotional energy. Justification is the drug of choice.