#ostracize

[someforbiddenparadise]

An idea, a feeling became clear to me. The hunter did not hate the wolf. The wolf did not hate the sheep. But violence felt inevitable between them. Perhaps, I thought, this was the way of the world. It would hunt you and kill you just for being who you are.

The Creature, from Frankenstein (2025), dir. Guillermo del Toro

[mtg-cards-hourly]

Ostracize

"You won't be needing this."

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[5wordsaday]

ostracize (v.)

to exclude, by general consent, from society, friendship, conversation,privileges, etc.

[a-man-asunder]

Good job, Butler. You have pretty much alienated yourself pushed everyone away. What if deep down part of it was intentional? At least it's safer. It doesn't really matter, though.

Task complete ✔️

- Jan.'26

[kick-the-clouds]

Breaking the Chains of Ostracism

Ostracism hurts. It divides us, creating invisible walls that separate people based on race, gender, sexuality, or beliefs. But equality is not a zero-sum game. It’s a powerful force that lifts everyone up.

Equality: A Rising Tide

Equality isn’t about taking from one to give to another. It’s about ensuring everyone has the same opportunities. When we talk about equality, we mean social, economic, and political equality. Social equality ensures everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Economic equality means fair access to resources and opportunities. Political equality ensures everyone has a voice.

The Power of Inclusion

Think of equality like a candle lighting another. The first candle doesn’t lose its flame; instead, it spreads light. When we include others, we don’t lose anything. We gain a richer, more vibrant community.

Evidence Speaks Volumes

Studies show that diverse teams are more innovative and productive. Companies that embrace equality see higher profits. Communities that practice inclusion are safer and happier. Equality benefits everyone.

Addressing Misconceptions

Some fear that equality means losing their own rights or privileges. But equality isn’t about taking away; it’s about adding value. When everyone has a fair chance, society thrives.

Take Action for Change

Support policies that promote equality. Educate yourself and others. Stand up against discrimination. Every small action contributes to a larger movement.

Conclusion: A Brighter Future

Equality is not a finite resource. It’s a beacon of hope that guides us towards a better future. By embracing equality, we create a world where everyone can shine. Let’s light the way together.

[weird-things-to-think]

Ostracize, in the most preposterously convoluted and labyrinthine manner conceivable, is akin to the act of excommunicating an individual from the societal conglomerate, rendering them a pariah amidst the populous. Imagine, if you will, a personage being metaphorically catapulted into the abyssal void of oblivion, where they are subjected to the ignominious fate of being disregarded by their contemporaries. This process, reminiscent of an archaic ritualistic expulsion, is executed with the precision of a surgeon wielding a scalpel, severing the social umbilicus that once tethered the individual to the collective. In this state of social purgatory, the ostracized entity is left to ruminate in solitude, their existence reduced to a mere specter haunting the periphery of communal consciousness.

[wurds-fur-nurds]

In the realm where the mind does reside, To ostracize is to cast aside, Yet in solitude’s grace, One may find a new space, Where the self and the soul coincide.

In the shadows of social disdain, Lies a chance for the self to regain, A profound introspection, And a new self-connection, Where wisdom and growth shall sustain.

Thus, the exile, though harsh it may seem, Can awaken the dormant esteem, For in silence, we find, A more liberated mind, And the courage to follow our dream.