Advanced Peace Studies

Look! Squirrel! #52

Commentary

When we try to stop overthinking, the mind often responds by creating an even bigger project about stopping overthinking. The very thing we’re trying to escape becomes another item on the self-improvement checklist.

The Squirrel has made peace become an enormous academic subject requiring endless study. The Flower Capybara’s simplicity and knowingness contrasts perfectly with the avalanche of effort.

Question: What simple thing am I turning into a much bigger project than it needs to be?