Being Thelemic

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The bare bones philosophy of thelemic ~ do what thou wilt.

It's the polar opposite of being controlling.

Do as you wish, harmlessly toward yourself as well as others, recognizing that others have that same right.

If a person wishes to be slender or overweight or clean or dirty or to live a morally upright life or a cheating, lying life, it's theirs to choose. No one can nor should try to impose their will upon another. Doing so will result in anger, resentment, sometimes even violence.

Of course, parents must discipline with love when dealing with minor children. Of course law enforcement professionals must enforce the law. These are no-brainers.

When one person who has no reasonable authority over another tries to impose their will aka being a control freak, it's no bueno.

Many people have played one role or the other at times, yet, it's to the extent that the will is imposed that makes all the difference.

Being thelemic is such a healthy way of living that there are entire organizations dedicated to this practice.

Songs have been written about it.

Don't believe?

Re: The song by Bonnie Raitt - I Can't Make You Love Me
George Michael gave his rendition. The concept rings with so much truth, Adele recently gave her rendition.

The dittys main idea is ~ I can't make you love me if you don't, You can't make a heart feel something it won't.

Sad words, yet also riddled with healthy acceptance of life.

Every day, I monitor my actions to insure, just for myself, that I remain thelemic. Having been the victim of people with major control issues, I know how unhealthy it is, so, I strive to do better.

There are so many better ways to be.

Be kind without being a door mat.
Be giving yet steer clear of being taken advantage of.
Be healthy in your personal boundaries while remaining approachable.

It can be a tricky balance. Predatory people abound in today's world. These predators always have their antennae up to detect potential victims. Some people act in predatory ways unaware of what they are doing. Learned behavior is a slippery slope that many of us can fall into without realizing.

As for me and my house I will be thelemic.
(I'm the only one, like tigger, so, I speak for the house)