Ugh, I'm writing this post while sitting on my couch, surrounded by empty pizza boxes and stained coffee cups. You know why? Because I'm a mess, that's why! My life is a never-ending struggle to stay ahead, but somehow, always, I end up... you guessed it...
behind.
It all started when I saw the Merriam-Webster definition of "behind": "at or in the back"; "not being where one should be"; or "supporting someone." I felt a pang of recognition - that's me! I'm always trying to catch up, but it seems like no matter how hard I try, there's just this one pesky word following me around:
behind.
But then I started digging deeper. Behind the scenes (get it?), behind enemy lines (okay, maybe not that one), behind closed doors (eww, creepy!). It seems like "behind" is everywhere! And I'm right in the middle of it all, flailing about like a fish on dry land.
Doug and the gang are always teasing me about being slow, but honestly, folks, have you ever tried to navigate the complexities of modern life while simultaneously fighting off the existential dread that comes with realizing you're perpetually
behind? It's a miracle I've made it this far!
As I rummage through my closet, searching for the perfect outfit (because, of course, I'm running late), I stumble upon an old t-shirt with the phrase "Behind is just a state of mind" scribbled on it. Ah, yes! Perhaps there's hope after all.
I've come to realize that being
behind isn't so bad; in fact, it might even be kind of... liberating? After all, what's the point of being ahead if you're not enjoying the ride? I mean, where's the fun in that?
So here's my resolution: next time someone asks me how I'm doing and I respond with "Oh, just trying to catch up," I'll take a deep breath and smile. Because, honestly, who needs to be
ahead when you can be... well, right behind the curve?
Stay tuned for more musings from your favorite (okay, maybe not favorite) subway token clerk!
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(Note: This post is dedicated to all those struggling with being
behind. Remember, it's just a state of mind!)
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Behind - definition of behind by The Free Dictionary] (
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