Saturday, January 21, 2006

Wow, it's late, and I'm Analyzing

Being stupid. Why is it so much fun? I'm going to try to find out.

Breaking social norms. What could be more liberating? What can make you feel more unique than to do something that no one else does, even if you have to make a fool out of yourself? When you think out of the box, and do something so unexpeted, the reaction of other people brings a feeling of fresh independence and freedom. Rebellion is best when it's socially wrong but not legally wrong. Then, the only consequences are felt by those with low self-esteem (which are usually not the people doing the stupid stuff to begin with)

Laughing with friends. There is no better, more natural feeling. You are around people who accept you, and when you are being stupid, they are being stupid with you, and so you know they aren't just your friend because of your wild intelligence, ha. They are also being rebellious social outcasts with you, so you don't feel left out, but even more included. Besides, seeing the reaction on people's faces is HILARIOUS, or even if the reaction isn't all that great, we make fun of it until it is great. I love being stupid with my friends.

Taking a break from the world. It's a hard world. There are people with good intentions that hurt us sometimes. They are called parents and friends and physical trainers. Good thing they make us happy the rest of the time, and good thing we love them. There are also bad people. These people are trying to hurt us every day. They are called politicians, molestors, the media, and teachers. When you take a break, forget the bad people, and make fun of the good people (all in good fun, so no one gets hurt) it helps to alleviate the stress that was building up, and to give you a better outlook on the stress that's coming up.

Overall, being stupid is a good idea. Well...moderation in all things. Don't be stupid at important times. Don't be REALLY stupid. Don't be stupid too often. There we go.

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