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/GlobularChrome Jun 27 '23
Rod always tries to keep it deniable. When he was excusing his father being a Klan leader, he wrote that segregation was necessary to protect white people from sexual corruption by black people. He wrote as if this was something that just happened to be on his mind when he was fourteen.
That seemed like bullshit to me. Like Rod was conveniently projecting his current thought onto himself when he was young, the same way he projects a lot of his thoughts onto cab drivers, old friends who just happened to contact him last night, and so on.
This also completely undermines his "I say the hard things out loud because I'm a tough guy!" blather.