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[pence]

What would be the best illustration? Think about the routine of an everyday life, assuming a life that has entered a somewhat predictable graphic. Lets say we get up every morning at about the same time and our invisible, predictive paths begin. The feet touch the floor at about the same position as every other morning and a person stumbles

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[phreephall]

On the subject of people doing things along pre-determined paths and in expected ways -- in my russian lit class we're reading Zamyatin's "We", the ideas in which are remarkably similar to "1984" by Orwell (and, as it turned out, the former inspired the writing of the latter). Both are about socialism/communism, and discuss people's behavior and thoughts being controlled by a governing body (Onestate or Big Brother), people acting according to a common schedule, doing things the same way as everyone else, etc., you get the idea.
... Not sure where I'm going with this. It's just that reading your post reminded me of these books.

Btw, to tie skydiving into this: it's one of the good ways to break away from the routine, to untangle yourself from that "dashed line". Suddenly, for 5 minutes there's a big question mark hanging over everything you work on, your plans and your future. (plus, it's a rush!) But you have done it, so I don't need to say more :-)

[g_the_curious]

I won't insult you with the classic American line: "You're free to do anything you want!!" We all know it's not as simple as that. To use your own words: "Welcome to the club."

Honestly, it sounds like you need a swift spiritual kick to the head. Jump out of that plane already! :)

[pence]

Honestly I would jump out of the plane. But its $200 to do so! I mean I would be paying for my own death if it decides to meet me. Regardless, I'll find ways of self-amusement. No worries...