There is a big difference between "vetting" and "venting." Vetting an idea is a productive exercise with your peers. When it is over, you know that you have accomplished something important and feel good about it. You choose to be a part of the process knowing that it will be a worthwhile way to spend 15 minutes of your day. I suppose that venting can also be seen as a productive exercise with your peers or anyone who will listen. But, it can often be exhausting and counterproductive. The goal here is to get something off your chest without much chance or openness towards resolution. You can participate in the venting process, but it ultimately will prove to be 15 minutes of your life that you will never get back. To that note - I add the following prayer to my regular Shabbat prayers tonight.
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference.
On a much lighter note, I also learned that even 40 year olds can get addicted to video games. Case in point - I am addicted to my daughter's DSI game, Style Savvy. In this virtual reality, I am the owner of a trendy clothing store, I can buy the latest fashions and sell them to clients with specific wants and needs. I don't know why but it is a lot of fun and I can't seem to put it down. I love to channel my inner fashionista without spending a dime of my hard earned money.
Have a great weekend!
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