I have a secret. Not like all of us don't have some sort of secret, hence the writing of blogs bitching about what is going on in our lives without really revealing who we are, but I digress. There are certain songs/soundtracks/artists that I will listen to just to move me out of - or put me into whatever mood I need to be in. These tend to be off the beaten path type songs. They are my guilty pleasure. It isn't because the melody is especially well written, but the sentiment behind the words that drives me.
I've had such a hard time at work lately that I've needed to hear music that soothes me, as well as inspires me. In fact, I've played "Walking in Memphis" so many times lately that I actually know the whole damn thing. Between that one, "Big Time" by Big & Rich, "Feel Good Inc" by Gorillaz, as well as "Ain't No Sunshine" by Bill Withers and "I Ain't Drunk" by Albert Collins, I've been lulling myself into a false sense of security walking out of my building. I keep pretending I'm not losing my mind, but I'm afraid my subconscious knows better. I'm not sleeping well at night, dreaming about work and all the things that are going wrong. One of my employees called me earlier in fact to inform me that my boss will be stopping by tomorrow. My biggest concern right now isn't that he is coming by, but that I'm not sure if I can control my tongue if he gets on my nerves. Wish me luck.
I got on the treadmill today after work. I was trying to walk away from my stress at work. I think it helped a little. After all, my carrot after using the treadmill was a margarita. I think it is time to make another.
By the way, I'm not going to reveal the artist who helped me today. Suffice to say, the title is an obscure verse. But it makes me feel good to know that. Although, I'm not sure if I should be reassured that a mythic figure believes in me. I'm more afraid that he is the only one who does. Even the cat is having doubts.
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Wow. You linked to me. Wow. Yeah, I know I already said that, and that I had already linked to you, but still.....
Music is definitely my first, true love. You have no idea how much I understand how music can set your mindframe. I do that on a daily basis - that and a few personal mantras.
One trick I have employed that works so damn well, it's scary: I simply tell myself as I am getting ready for work how my day is going to go. Things are going to work well for me today, and I will succeed, no matter what. It's amazing how my days (even the worst ones) turn out after doing this routine in the morning.
I am also employing this tactic for the job in MI. I am going to get the job, I am going to move, and I am NOT going to regret it. Period.
Which tequilla do you prefer? I think Patron is over-rated...
In the words of Jack Nicholson:
"You can't handle the truth."
I realized this morning that my comment probably came across as rude - which was the medication combined with Baileys talking. I really only meant it to be sarcastic.
Dude.
Is all good.
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