Journal – Trance Blackman

Here you’ll find my philosophical meanderings in the form of articles, essays, and occasional poetry. My interests and curiosities are broad, but the central focus remains the pursuit of what is authentic, real, and true.

Lux et veritas

Journal Entries / reflections (15 Posts)

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How Much is Enough?

17 January 2020 (rev. 21 February 2024) ~ 2 minute read

There have been times in my life when days were extremely long and I was completely exhausted from work. That was something I enjoyed for a while. But my life inevitably returns to this default structure, covering the essentials, and I believe that right now that is enough.

Subdued

13 August 2018 (rev. 22 January 2020) ~ 4 minute read

I’m listening again to Glenn Gould today, as a “focus” or “music for concentration” playlist on Spotify brought across classical vibes that somehow led me to Glenn’s repertoire.

Discovery, Too

17 July 2018 (rev. 16 January 2020) ~ 2 minute read

Take a few wrong turns on somewhat familiar streets, and you stumble across hidden connections…

Insert Clever Title

11 May 2018 (rev. 02 January 2020) ~ < 1 minute read

I rebooted ye olde blog three years ago, after deciding to wipe it clean and start fresh. The few hundred posts over the previous years seemed scattered and disoriented, much like I was, and still can be from time to time. I’m OK with that.

On Hold

16 February 2018 (rev. 21 December 2019) ~ 3 minute read

I’ve often made the mistake of letting the day to day worries and anxieties paralyze the process of creativity and preparation. And then ten years have passed.

Reflect

11 January 2018 (rev. 18 December 2019) ~ < 1 minute read

The backward lens Peering within and throughout Past weathered and faded masks Through airs and arrogance All our faces of doubt Nothing hides for long…