7:58 am

to try is

the biggest mistake 

one can make.

Reviews

[Kunst]

There’s a real lesson in this.

I’m drawn to the famous lines on Bukowski’s grave of “don’t try” and I’ve often pondered what that really means.

I think it comes down to the idea of hope, which can be just as dangerous as trying itself. But I’m also realising that forcing things, rather than letting them unfold in a way that is natural and is within the flow of how things are supposed to progress can also be detrimental to life.

This makes a person think for so few lines and I really appreciated the brevity of the statement.

Thank you

[Dianne]

I wholeheartedly agree! When we try we have implied failure. Do or do not, but don't waste time trying.

[Chris Shaw]

No dear I must correct you. When stuff goes wrong, you must do your best to resolve it. Only losers give up 🌹

[mabel mae]

always pleased to find a visit from you chris.
like roses in a garden, your words are sharp but beautiful. -mabel

[Pete]

"7:58" - not a good time to be doing heavy lifting or deep thinking. only if it turns out badly. no pain no gain however.