Yes, I read Wuthering Heights as a teen who used books as escape and romance. Sounds like it is time for me to read it again with older eyes. That said, in the Blackwell Guide to Philosophy of Language, the idea that language is a social construct does impact thought and meaning. In the same source, Davidson’s theory of meaning is “holistic” because of our reference to decisions of “what’s true” to us individually. Just because I say it is so doesn’t make it necessarily true to others. I agree mindfulness plays a role in our perception. Mindfulness also points to emotions and feelings. I tend to define emotion as a physical manifestation through description. For example, an emotion of anger means for me a sudden rush of blood to my head which impairs my hearing ( sound of pulse). I associate anger with this physical symptom as a feeling of tension, heat, and energy. How I react to these sensations is determined by my level of self awareness, previous experiences, and an ability to express. Of course, environmental conditions of situation can play a role as well. Standing in front of a beautiful sunrise renders me speechless, but I feel it’s warmth, see the brilliance of color and the use of other physical surroundings of wind and scents may enhance the sensations which I later may be able to inadequately communicate or interpret through language or some other manifestation. Our senses respond and our thinking gives it meaning. My seeking the higher power will include all those elements as well as others’ experiences and interpretations. To place meaning on our existence is the driving question in philosophy. To coin Descartes, I think therefore I AM. Even with this posting I’m seeking understanding of life through a state of inquiry. Thank you, for providing a thought-provoking topic.
Checking in on a sober Sunday.
For the last few weeks I been walking the 3 1/2 mile trail in my hood. Usually do it in just under an hour. That’s 21 miles a week. Ya I’m proud. But every Sunday I walk the 1 1/2 mile loop in a hour just looking around listening to some good old sixties music and appreciating all the little things. Sunday’s walks are harder to do for me than the rest of the week.
Today i made it to the 600 day club. 600 days without alcohol. Looking back time has passed quickly. The first 100 days have been rough, but this has made me stronger. Without TS i dont think that i would have made it this far and i am extremely grateful. Physically and mentally i feel so much better. My favourite changes are waking up hangover-free and not thinking abouthow to stop drinking. Thank you TS community!
Wowza @Robketts and @Hotic, those are Beautiful (and hard earned) numbers. Congratulations to you both 
Wonderful numbers you guys!! @hotic @Robketts
And a VERY happy birthday to you @Joy 
The beach sounds like a beautiful day!!
That’s great @TMAC, just goes to show that not drinking is not enough, u have to work on ur life.
Welcome @S.Rose143!
First day at home alone and it’s day 13😂
Today the plan is - go for a run, take Noisy to the vet, ring opticians and dentist for my son, do bedding laundry, hit online meeting, do work.
Distraction for the win!
Congratulations Rob on 1000 days. It’s incredible to see people having long-term sobriety. Proud of you. Keep up the good work. Stay grounded, focused, and determined my friend.
Checking in Sunday afternoon. Still sober but bummed I forgot to attach the picture from my Sunday long gentle short walk of appreciation for the things around me. So here it is.
It really is great walking in the moment with no time frame.
Nice number! And you caught it right at the .00! Love it. Inspired. Congratulations 
Congratulations! That’s an amazing achievement. So happy for you!
How do you do it I’ve never figured this out😀 but here I am
Check out… still sober, next week another visite to hospital… maybe my depressed or burn-out feelings will fade away once im not home.
Love and bless
Day 18. Hot one. Took my daughter down to Olcott ‘beach’ (on lake Ontario) bc its normally a few degrees cooler. Still pretty hot but it was a nice afternoon with her. I think she might have gotten heat rash on her cheek. Not sure but that’s what it looks like and makes sense. Gonna call the doctor tomorrow to be sure. She’s always had sensitive skin issues. Im still feeling pretty tired every day. I’ve been staying up too late too often. I need to get that in order before school starts back up. I’m just really trying to enjoy the rest of the nice weather. I love sitting out on my back porch at night. The breeze is nice. The quietness along with the natural noise. Its peaceful to me. But I’m pretty tired now so gonna wind down. Hope everyone’s had a good day 
Hope all goes well at the hospital. You’ve been a true warrior through it all. Sending love 
