When trying to come up with my Core Identity Icon, my very first thought was to choose Alice (of Wonderland notoriety), who happens to already be my childhood (and possibly current) obsession and avatar. I thought momentarily about using Andy's idea of identifying my one of my pets as my icon, but while I admire Dizzy's (my Siamese) ravenous foodie love for all the world's culinary offerings, I wouldn't say that I also align with his phobia of pretty much anything other than food, a laser pointer, and me. He and I are both special, but in different ways.
No, Alice, though the easy choice, also seems to be the most fitting. I'd say I'm quite curious, often lost in my own world, possess a vivid imagination, and always attempt impeccable manners.
However, as I was writing down these various traits as a means of justification lest I look like I'm pulling easy answers out of my rear, I realized that all of these like traits were just that -- like traits. Is my Core Identity Icon supposed to be someone I identify with or someone with whom I'd like to identify in the future, someone I aspire to be more like? I love Alice and all, but I'm not sure my goal in life is to be blissfully surrounded by madness (even though that may very well end up being my reality).
For the time being, I'll assume I'm on the right track and keep going. After all, that's what Alice would do.
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Your core identity icon is supposed to be something towards which you aspire. For me, Roxie is always in the moment, never let's tomorrow's worries or yesterdays loses get in the way of being present in the moment, loves unconditionally, is loyal and fluffy. While I may never achieve fluffy, I do aspire towards the rest.
ReplyDeleteRemember the context in which an identity icon will be used. In those moments when you are tempted to go down the proverbial rabbit hole and you want to redirect your awareness, your Identity Icon is something to redirect your mind's awareness towards that reminds you of your desire and ability to remain in control.
Great post!!!
I second Andy's comment about great post! I love the way you write!
ReplyDeleteAnd while it's not on topic, Andy has become rather fluffy this past month in the mountains! :)
So in other words, when trying to avoid rabbit holes, I oughtn't purposefully align myself with someone infamous for falling down rabbit holes?
ReplyDeleteDrats. Looks like it's back to the drawing board!
Wascally Wabbits!!
ReplyDeleteAlice is just fine!!