X-Ray Vision : Subtext vs Surface Information

Using the carnal to connect to spirit when the message is coming from under my skin

Situations that get under our skin are annoying. They tick us off, disturb and at times activate anger. They’re also complicated messaging attempts that our selves need for subconscious information to come to light. In my 33 years of living, I feel like the ‘world’ censors us to detach from taking things personal, from making things “that deep”. And yes, I agree that every time you’re set off, it doesn’t need to be a drag out drama. I believe also that one shouldn’t desensitize themselves from feelings to avoid grappling with reality. Sensations that are set off in the flesh—even obscene, visceral or shocking—are subtext attempts to reckon with ourselves and with others.

For example, a post promoting a pole event was brought to my attention recently. The visual treatment of the graphic strongly mimicked how I treat my own visuals. I could feel the signs of anger in my body. I typically know if it’s annoyance or anger if my body temperature elevates, and it had. Now, what is my evidence that the graphic is a copy? To that end, I don't have much proof. My disposition remained vehement for awhile, contemplating wether I should confront this person. I went through the entire body scan as I sounded off with my friend. After I considered what was available to me to take action with I realized that not having a connection to this person I needed to handle this one differently. After processing the thought that “this person is cramping my style" what I needed to say manifested itself in a charged, semi-rhyming post that offers some food for thought for anyone that wants to have me fucked up, not just that individual. That feeling coming from under my skin, made me confront myself and confront anyone else that would move with the motivation to cross a line; but first I needed to draw it.