“This is great. If you like David Lynch, or if you’re a junkie for that stuff where you read about a creative person’s habits and ways, this one is sure to please.
He’s definitely a believer in transcendental meditation. Which…
I’m curious. I’ll be honest, I’m curious. But I’m also skeptical.
See, the thing is, I don’t have a lot of experience with religion. TM sounds close-ish, or like maybe it provides the good side of religion.
But, the things I do have experience with, I think I would say it’s a mistake to spend a lot of money up front.
Let’s talk exercise. Do I think it’s good for people to get into exercise? YES! Do I think it’s a good idea to spend $1500 to get certified in a proprietary form of exercise, like Crossfit or Zumba? Fuck no!
Let’s talk writing. Do I think it’s a good idea for a person to take a shot at writing? Fuck yeah! Do I think you should buy some pricey gizmo right off the bat? Hell to the no!
I sort of think that any habit, whether it’s artistic, physical, whatever, is something you should be able to try out without spending $500+ dollars before you’ve even begun. I mean, for real, let’s have a challenge here. Is there a hobby or habit or something that requires you to spend more than $500 to have a starter level entry?
You can be a filmmaker with your phone. You can get a pad and a pen. Hell, you can even get on a motorcycle and at least try it out without spending $500.
I think I’d like to try TM or something very much like it. But, to be honest, I guess I don’t think my inner calm is worth $500. Or, maybe I should say I don’t think there’s $500 of inner calm to be found inside me. That seems more accurate.”