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Showerthoughts

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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The most popular seem to be lighthearted clever little truths, hidden in daily life.

Here are some examples to inspire your own showerthoughts:

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  2. The entire showerthought must be in the title
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    • If your topic is in a grey area, please phrase it to emphasize the fascinating aspects, not the dramatic aspects. You can do this by avoiding overly politicized terms such as "capitalism" and "communism". If you must make comparisons, you can say something is different without saying something is better/worse.
    • A good place for politics is c/politicaldiscussion
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[–] theywilleatthestars@lemmy.world 5 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I think you have some fundamental misunderstandings of the themes of Wicked

[–] hayyy@thelemmy.club 1 points 1 day ago (1 children)
[–] theywilleatthestars@lemmy.world 0 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (1 children)

You seem to be implying that Elphaba's opposition to wizard's status quo is a bad thing, while Glinda's support is a good thing. Glinda/Galinda's relationship with Elphaba is what caused her to start thinking beyond herself.

[–] hayyy@thelemmy.club 1 points 1 day ago

I can see how it seems that way but it’s more about the way they are and how I relate to that. G is better with people, not hiding away and when I’m in a state of gratitude I find it easier to engage with people. Whereas E has the opposite experience and is cast away from the group and I find when I’m in that position I feel envy… I’m not explaining this very well but it’s a “shower thought” I had

[–] owenfromcanada@lemmy.ca 2 points 1 day ago

Galinda and Elphaba's names both start with the same letter as gullible and enlightened. The opposing sin and virtue. And Elphie is green like a growing plant.

And this actually relates to the story. More relevant than ever for those of us in countries with rising fascist movements.