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The etymology of the word 'frustration' traces back to 1500's Latin 'frustratio' which meant a deception.

It's Medieval origin is also relevant in these troubling times as the road ahead is not only fraught with uncertainty due to the novel pathogen but also some groups' novel sense of deception... whether from authority or society or history or even themselves.

However, inside the soil of hardship lies the seeds of clarity. With proper attention and understanding, a real breakthrough is possible with the potential for a blossoming of transformation on the other side - personally and collectively.

If life were really but a dream, then what would be the goal?

If the point is to "wake up," then sailing merrily, merrily down life's stream might delay things. That pleasantness is likely to uphold the reverie and bind you to the dreamboat.

Hence, the wisdom of frustration...

(music "Drifting Light" by Bing Satellites and episode artwork on podcast website by Emily Dawn)

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