10 Commandments for the Status Quo
It seems most people in center field where that new norm is being shaped just cannot get on the same page. About all they can agree on is inflation is inflating and quality is deflating. The new norm is to accept that rather than question what appears to be blatant manipulation for the accumulation of power.
But, I am viewing the situation from left field. Now as people take off their masks, it’s clear that status quo leaders are two-faced and their tribe needs guidance. I believe it is time to step away from a system that views mediocrity as excellence and demand more. But while you’re demanding, please take time to praise the people whose values prompt them to go beyond the new norm. It’s possible they don’t always receive kudos from friends, families or professional colleagues. Let them know they are appreciated, and their lives matter.
Therefore, in order to form a more perfect union in which people in general accept personal responsibility, I offer these 10 Commandments for the Status Quo.
Big business shalt give customers a 10 percent discount for scanning their own groceries.
If thou is an employee of a pizza palace, thou shalt be required to inquire if the customer prefers his or her pie with or without pineapple.
If thou works at a fast food restaurant that serves ice cream at the drive-thru, though shalt know the difference between chocolate and vanilla.
Thou shat not covet thou neighbor’s ice cream sprinkles.
Big business shalt cease blaming Covid for everything related to providing lousy service for inflated prices.
Thou shalt stop allowing Artificial Intelligence to dumb thee down just because it’s easy.
Thou shalt overhaul the political math program - the one that allows 10 percent inflation, a 10 percent increase in rent control but less than 9 percent for a Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment for seniors on fixed income.
Thou shalt thank your mother for preventing you from jumping off the cliff just because the other kids did.
Thou shalt stop buying email lists and bombarding people with unsolicited begging.
Thou shalt no longer accept lies as excuses - especially lies thou tells thyself.
Next week, we work with a life coach to bring you affirmations you can use to pivot into a better place in life. Until then, leave a comment below and share your pet peeves about the status quo. Let’s poke fun at it and come up with better options.
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