<html>
<head>
<meta content="text/html; charset=utf-8" http-equiv="Content-Type">
</head>
<body bgcolor="#FFFFFF" text="#000000">
I wonder if I am not such a good communicator. <br>
<br>
Setting aside the topic of the uninviting and unlovely for a moment,
let us return to the issue of suppression and repression of thoughts
which want legitimate expression. "Closed space" suppresses. And
represses. And OPPRESSES. In this case, there is suppression and
repression and OPPRESSION of conversations that want to happen,
apparently. Guessing.<br>
<br>
Is this the entire source of energy-- the "fuel"-- for the
so-called "space invader" Mr. Trump? <br>
<br>
<i>Pretend</i>, just for the moment, that what I am about to say is
true....<br>
<br>
<br>
(Please prepare to pretend. And go there. Pretend. If you cannot go
there now, you are not advised to scroll further at this time.)<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<HERETICAL EXPRESSION OF THOUGHTS AND FEELINGS><br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<HISTRIONIC RANT><br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
Mr. Trump is OPENING some space, to discuss and OPENLY question:
borders, boundaries, illegal immigration, globalist trade with
China, etc. <br>
<br>
Apparently, many in the electorate are approving (authorizing) these
conversations as offered by Mr. Trump, conversations that have not
found any quarter, no space whatsoever for uncensored and
legitimately open expression in the public square. The term
censorship comes to mind. <br>
<br>
Perhaps space has been closed around the discussion of these
difficult topics for so very long, that what Mr. Trump is doing,
besides being quite obnoxious, also quite refreshing to many people
who are happy to see their thoughts and feelings and ideas and
concerns expressed in SOME way the public square. Mr. Trump
resonates. How is this so? Such a situation seemed impossible just a
few short months ago.<br>
<br>
Perhaps Mr. Trump is accessing the deep shadow energy that results
from an unrelenting and constant suppression and "repression of
expression" around difficult issues. Closed space.<br>
<br>
Mr. Trump seems to be accessing what has unwisely been suppressed
and repressed. <br>
<br>
<b><i>How is this even possible if the marketplace of ideas is
legitimately open for business? </i></b><br>
<br>
And so I conclude that Mr. Trump is OPENING space. Yes, he is being
violent. Yes he is being obnoxious. Set that aside for now. <br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
As an exercise, imagine an outrageously obnoxious Open Space called
by Mr. Trump, on the Mall in DC. <br>
<br>
The theme is <b>MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN: IN SERVICE TO WHAT</b><br>
<br>
Hmm, all the conditions for a good Open Space appear to be present.
<br>
<br>
I wonder what kind of experience my ensue, who and how many might
show up to question that slogan, defend that slogan, discuss "what
it means," etc. <br>
<br>
As it stands, the space is closed, so let's not go there. More dark
energy thus created. Advantage Trump.<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
</HISTRIONIC RANT><br>
<br>
</HERETICAL EXPRESSION OF THOUGHTS AND FEELINGS><br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<div class="moz-cite-prefix">On 12/9/15 2:27 PM, Jeff Aitken wrote:<br>
</div>
<blockquote
cite="mid:CANNDQebCtp6-vfykF-v5O+rGGfcrbNYMn+hbvgAzDqm+qjFmJQ@mail.gmail.com"
type="cite">
<p dir="ltr">Hey Daniel, I don't think Mr. Trump has any problem
finding his breakout in the open space of the contemporary
world. I find the issue exactly to be that he wishes to close
off the space to others.</p>
<p dir="ltr">He's being a space invader. How do you handle a space
invader? Maybe if we both gave him a big hug.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Jeff</p>
<div class="gmail_quote">On Dec 9, 2015 11:10 AM, "Daniel Mezick
via OSList" <<a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="mailto:oslist@lists.openspacetech.org">oslist@lists.openspacetech.org</a>>
wrote:<br type="attribution">
<blockquote class="gmail_quote" style="margin:0 0 0
.8ex;border-left:1px #ccc solid;padding-left:1ex">
<div bgcolor="#FFFFFF" text="#000000"> Are we to invite only
those who are inviting? <i>Only</i> those who are lovely?
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
If we invite the uninviting and love the unlovely, the rest
is up to them. <br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
Is it not? <br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
Isn't that how opening space actually goes?<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
Daniel <br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
PS See also: <br>
<a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Performative_contradiction"
target="_blank">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Performative_contradiction</a><br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<div>On 12/9/15 1:30 PM, Jan Höglund via OSList wrote:<br>
</div>
<blockquote type="cite">
<div dir="ltr">Well, who does Donal Trump invite? Not
Muslims obviously.<br>
<br>
I just read "Talking to the Enemy" by Scott Atran <a
moz-do-not-send="true"
href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/14848338-talking-to-the-enemy"
target="_blank"><a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/14848338-talking-to-the-enemy">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/14848338-talking-to-the-enemy</a></a><br>
<br>
Yes, it's about opening space...<br>
<br>
I'll write a book review some day.<br>
<br>
/Jan<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<div>
<hr>To: <a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="mailto:oslist@lists.openspacetech.org"
target="_blank">oslist@lists.openspacetech.org</a><br>
Date: Wed, 9 Dec 2015 09:49:23 -0500<br>
Subject: Re: [OSList] Open Space wherever, however,
whenever, with whomever as often as you can<br>
From: <a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="mailto:oslist@lists.openspacetech.org"
target="_blank">oslist@lists.openspacetech.org</a><br>
<br>
Wait. Is Donald Trump invited? His ideas? <br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
Are those who have thus far repressed similar thoughts
and feelings as expressed by Trump...are they also
invited?<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
Because: if he is not, if they are not, if those ideas
are not, then: the space that is purportedly open is
in fact closed.<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
VERY closed.<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
Perhaps this dynamic is what causing Trump's various
expressions to resonate? Perhaps this dynamic is in
fact energizing Trump's campaign?<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://www.trans4mind.com/jamesharveystout/repress.htm"
target="_blank">http://www.trans4mind.com/jamesharveystout/repress.htm</a><br>
Repression. It is similar to suppression in that a
thought or feeling or emotion is not expressed -- but
in repression, we deny that the element even exists. <br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<div>On 12/8/15 7:48 AM, Harrison Owen via OSList
wrote:<br>
</div>
<blockquote>
<div>
<p>“Donald Trump calls for ‘total’ ban on Muslims
entering United States” </p>
<p>(Washington Post 12/8/15)</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Donald Trump has said what some people here in
the USA (and elsewhere in the world) have also
been saying and feeling. These are the words of
fear. Unfortunately they are also the words of a
demagogue, seeking to play upon the fears of
others. That there is danger is clear, but an
infinitely greater danger is that we sacrifice
our essential humanity to our fear. Sealing our
borders, closing our doors and windows... we
close our space. And while it may appear safer,
that is an allusion. Life cannot be lived
without space to live in. We are no exception.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Recently we have been celebrating the warmth
and depth of this global community. It is a
wonder. But the beauty of this community is not
an inherent gift, I believe. Rather it is the
reflection of what we do. Opening Space. Opening
space is not magic. We did not invent it. It is
not even complicated. At root level it is simply
inviting people to be fully who and what they
are, to greet each other and to enjoy the space.
We can do it. We can invite others to do it. And
now is the time.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Harrison </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Winter Address</p>
<p>7808 River Falls Drive</p>
<p>Potomac, MD 20854</p>
<p><a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="tel:301-365-2093" value="+13013652093"
target="_blank">301-365-2093</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Summer Address</p>
<p>189 Beaucaire Ave.</p>
<p>Camden, ME 04843</p>
<p><a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="tel:207-763-3261" value="+12077633261"
target="_blank">207-763-3261</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Websites</p>
<p><a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="https://%20www.openspaceworld.com"
target="_blank"><span style="color:blue">
www.openspaceworld.com</span></a></p>
<p><a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="https://www.ho-image.com"
target="_blank"><span style="color:blue">www.ho-image.com</span></a></p>
<p>OSLIST <span
style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Consolas;color:#1f497d">To
subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options,
view the archives of OSLIST Go to:<a
moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://lists.openspacetech.org/listinfo.cgi/oslist-openspacetech.org"
target="_blank"><span style="color:blue"><a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://lists.openspacetech.org/listinfo.cgi/oslist-openspacetech.org">http://lists.openspacetech.org/listinfo.cgi/oslist-openspacetech.org</a></span></a></span></p>
<p> </p>
</div>
<br>
<fieldset></fieldset>
<br>
<pre>_______________________________________________
OSList mailing list
To post send emails to <a moz-do-not-send="true" href="mailto:OSList@lists.openspacetech.org" target="_blank">OSList@lists.openspacetech.org</a>
To unsubscribe send an email to <a moz-do-not-send="true" href="mailto:OSList-leave@lists.openspacetech.org" target="_blank">OSList-leave@lists.openspacetech.org</a>
To subscribe or manage your subscription click below:
<a moz-do-not-send="true" href="http://lists.openspacetech.org/listinfo.cgi/oslist-openspacetech.org" target="_blank">http://lists.openspacetech.org/listinfo.cgi/oslist-openspacetech.org</a>
Past archives can be viewed here: <a moz-do-not-send="true" href="http://www.mail-archive.com/oslist%40lists.openspacetech.org" target="_blank">http://www.mail-archive.com/oslist@lists.openspacetech.org</a></pre>
</blockquote>
<br>
<div>-- <br>
Daniel Mezick<br>
Culture Strategist. Author. Keynoter.<br>
<a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="tel:%28203%29%20915%207248"
value="+12039157248" target="_blank">(203) 915
7248</a>. <a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://www.DanielMezick.com/"
target="_blank"> Bio.</a> <a
moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://www.NewTechUSA.net/blog/"
target="_blank">Blog.</a> <a
moz-do-not-send="true"
href="https://twitter.com/DanielMezick"
target="_blank">Twitter.</a> <br>
Book: <a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://theculturegame.com/" target="_blank">The
Culture Game.</a> <br>
Book: <a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://www.amazon.com/OpenSpace-Agility-Handbook-Daniel-Mezick/dp/0984875336"
target="_blank">The OpenSpace Agility Handbook.</a>
<br>
</div>
<br>
_______________________________________________ OSList
mailing list To post send emails to <a
moz-do-not-send="true"
href="mailto:OSList@lists.openspacetech.org"
target="_blank"><a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:OSList@lists.openspacetech.org">OSList@lists.openspacetech.org</a></a>
To unsubscribe send an email to <a
moz-do-not-send="true"
href="mailto:OSList-leave@lists.openspacetech.org"
target="_blank"><a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:OSList-leave@lists.openspacetech.org">OSList-leave@lists.openspacetech.org</a></a>
To subscribe or manage your subscription click below:
<a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://lists.openspacetech.org/listinfo.cgi/oslist-openspacetech.org"
target="_blank">http://lists.openspacetech.org/listinfo.cgi/oslist-openspacetech.org</a>
Past archives can be viewed here: <a
moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://www.mail-archive.com/oslist@lists.openspacetech.org"
target="_blank"><a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.mail-archive.com/oslist@lists.openspacetech.org">http://www.mail-archive.com/oslist@lists.openspacetech.org</a></a></div>
</div>
<br>
<fieldset></fieldset>
<br>
<pre>_______________________________________________
OSList mailing list
To post send emails to <a moz-do-not-send="true" href="mailto:OSList@lists.openspacetech.org" target="_blank">OSList@lists.openspacetech.org</a>
To unsubscribe send an email to <a moz-do-not-send="true" href="mailto:OSList-leave@lists.openspacetech.org" target="_blank">OSList-leave@lists.openspacetech.org</a>
To subscribe or manage your subscription click below:
<a moz-do-not-send="true" href="http://lists.openspacetech.org/listinfo.cgi/oslist-openspacetech.org" target="_blank">http://lists.openspacetech.org/listinfo.cgi/oslist-openspacetech.org</a>
Past archives can be viewed here: <a moz-do-not-send="true" href="http://www.mail-archive.com/oslist@lists.openspacetech.org" target="_blank">http://www.mail-archive.com/oslist@lists.openspacetech.org</a></pre>
</blockquote>
<br>
<div>-- <br>
Daniel Mezick<br>
Culture Strategist. Author. Keynoter.<br>
<a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="tel:%28203%29%20915%207248" value="+12039157248"
target="_blank">(203) 915 7248</a>. <a
moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://www.DanielMezick.com/" target="_blank">
Bio.</a> <a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://www.NewTechUSA.net/blog/" target="_blank">Blog.</a>
<a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="https://twitter.com/DanielMezick" target="_blank">Twitter.</a>
<br>
Book: <a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://theculturegame.com/" target="_blank">The
Culture Game.</a> <br>
Book: <a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://www.amazon.com/OpenSpace-Agility-Handbook-Daniel-Mezick/dp/0984875336"
target="_blank">The OpenSpace Agility Handbook.</a> <br>
</div>
</div>
<br>
_______________________________________________<br>
OSList mailing list<br>
To post send emails to <a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="mailto:OSList@lists.openspacetech.org">OSList@lists.openspacetech.org</a><br>
To unsubscribe send an email to <a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="mailto:OSList-leave@lists.openspacetech.org">OSList-leave@lists.openspacetech.org</a><br>
To subscribe or manage your subscription click below:<br>
<a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://lists.openspacetech.org/listinfo.cgi/oslist-openspacetech.org"
rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">http://lists.openspacetech.org/listinfo.cgi/oslist-openspacetech.org</a><br>
Past archives can be viewed here: <a moz-do-not-send="true"
href="http://www.mail-archive.com/oslist@lists.openspacetech.org"
rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.mail-archive.com/oslist@lists.openspacetech.org</a><br>
</blockquote>
</div>
</blockquote>
<br>
<div class="moz-signature">-- <br>
Daniel Mezick<br>
Culture Strategist. Author. Keynoter.<br>
(203) 915 7248.
<a href="http://www.DanielMezick.com/"> Bio.</a>
<a href="http://www.NewTechUSA.net/blog/">Blog.</a>
<a href="https://twitter.com/DanielMezick">Twitter.</a>
<br>
Book: <a href="http://theculturegame.com/">The Culture Game.</a>
<br>
Book: <a
href="http://www.amazon.com/OpenSpace-Agility-Handbook-Daniel-Mezick/dp/0984875336">The
OpenSpace Agility Handbook.</a>
<br>
</div>
</body>
</html>