the suite oblivion

The "suite oblivion" is a metaphorical place or a state-of-mind that most of us go to and reside in at various times in our lives. Oblivion is defined as the state of being disregarded or forgotten; total forgetfulness. Simply put, we often "forget" who we are and why we are really here. We then digress by consciously or unconsciously distracting ourselves with artificial realities, superficial relationships, or misguided endeavors.

We need to be reminded that each of us has a purpose and a reason for being. But the chaos of life often clouds our view of this purpose. While we can't see exactly where we're going, we live and work and interact day-to-day in our many unsatisfying suites of oblivion until we reach a threshold and decide to make some changes. Great pain usually precedes significant change. But unlike the "Hotel California"... you can check out any time you like AND you can always leave the suite oblivion if you choose. It starts with awareness, moves to a decision, and then has to be followed by deliberate action to truly escape.

©2008 Tom Leu