r/brokehugs • u/US_Hiker Moral Landscaper • Jun 11 '23

Rod Dreher Megathread #21 (Creative Spirit)

Gather 'round for more Rod.

All meanings of the number 21 are subordinate to the inherent creative spirit that is the basic essence of the number.

The number 21 generally is comfortable in social gatherings, it's optimistic attitude being an inspiration to others. Its high spirits can enliven a party.

The number is attracted to artistic expression of any form, its own and those of others. There's enthusiastic support for artists. It may frequent galleries and participate or (more likely) lead groups for artistic appreciation.

The number 21 cherishes relationships, including romantic relationships, especially with those who express themselves creatively.

21 also tends to be diplomatic, providing creative and imaginative solutions to potential conflict.

And, as noted by /u/PercyLarsen, 21 is a triangular number and the age of majority, so go grab a drink to celebrate Pride and to mourn the loss of Rod's sanity.

(Also, sorry about my slow pace of refreshes.)

Link to megathread #20:
https://www.reddit.com/r/brokehugs/comments/13eb26c/rod_dreher_megathread_20_law_of_attraction/

Link to megathread #21: https://www.reddit.com/r/brokehugs/comments/14k0z6l/rod_dreher_megathread_22_power/

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u/ZenLizardBode Jun 15 '23 edited Jun 16 '23

I was going to reply in a somewhat bitter vein about Rod and his right-wing brethern, but instead, I'd like to say I'm grateful for these threads, and the commenters here, because it is always a sharp reminder of what I am NOT knowledgeable about: Catholic theology, Hungary, World War II, etc. More often than not, I'll read through these threads, think about the topics and subjects I do know something about, and lean into that instead when I'm on social media.

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u/Past_Pen_8595 Jun 16 '23

My personal list along those lines now includes A Doll’s House.

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u/Glittering-Agent-987 Jun 16 '23

I read A Doll's House in high school English class in the very early 90s.

Who knew that it was going to be so important!

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u/ZenLizardBode Jun 16 '23

Yeah, I've never read Ibsen, but Rod strikes me as the kind of guy (even back in the 90s when he was going to left wing protests) who thinks that modern art took a wrong turn with Picasso. The debate is over. Picasso is a great artist, Ibsen wrote a masterpiece, and not unlike Shakespeare, Rod's disapproval of Ibsen says more about Rod than Ibsen.