Placidity Amidst the Crescendo: A Lesson from a Concert

Dear friends, today I wish to share a tale from my youth, a tale that taught me the value of placidity. It was a lesson learned in an unlikely place: a rock concert. Yes, you read that right. Your old friend Kev was once a rock ‘n’ roll enthusiast.

The Concert

It was the summer of ’72. The air was thick with anticipation as we waited for the band to take the stage. The crowd was a sea of excitement, each wave a person jumping, shouting, and dancing. It was chaos, but a beautiful kind of chaos.

Then, the lights dimmed, and the band took the stage. The crowd roared, and the music began. It was loud, it was wild, it was everything a rock concert should be.

The Lesson

Amidst the chaos, I noticed a man standing still. He was not jumping or shouting. He was just standing there, eyes closed, swaying gently to the music. He was in the eye of the storm, a picture of placidity.

I was intrigued. How could he remain so calm amidst the frenzy? I decided to ask him. His answer was simple, “I’m here for the music.”

That was it. He was there for the music. He didn’t need to jump or shout to enjoy it. He found his joy in the melody, the rhythm, the lyrics. He was at peace amidst the chaos because he focused on what mattered to him.

The Takeaway

Life, my friends, is much like that concert. It’s loud, it’s chaotic, and it’s easy to get swept up in the frenzy. But remember the man at the concert. Remember his placidity. Find your music, focus on it, and let it bring you peace.

Whether it’s your family, your work, your passion, or something else entirely, find what matters to you. Focus on it. Let it be your music amidst the chaos of life.

And remember, you don’t have to jump or shout to enjoy the concert of life. Sometimes, all you need to do is close your eyes, sway gently, and listen to the music.

Until next time, remember to find your music and dance to your own rhythm.

Yours in wisdom,

Kev