The Gentle Rant

The unfortunate truth is that many of us aren’t living the way we want to…or perhaps not living to our fullest potential. As I sit down to write my first blog post, I find myself reflecting on what it really means to live with intention and authenticity. Many bloggers seem comfortable laying their lives bare, turning their experiences into open books for the world to read.

Starting From Scratch

I’ll admit it: I’m not entirely sure how this whole blogging world works. I’m a novice. When I mentioned the idea of starting a blog, a friend teased, “How can you write a blog when you have so many hang-ups?”

I don’t believe I have hang-ups. I consider myself a left-leaning, socially conscious person… “woke,” as some might say. Still, like everyone else, I have my quirks.

My Not-So-Secret Quirk: Profanity

One of mine tends to surprise people or even make them laugh: I have strong feelings about profanity. I simply don’t like it. There…I’ve said it.

It’s a personal preference, not a judgment of others. I choose not to use profanity, yet I have friends who can’t get through a sentence without the infamous “F-word.”

I’m not entirely sure why I’m so averse to swearing. Perhaps it traces back to childhood…then again, what doesn’t? Over the years, I’ve come across studies offering conflicting views: some claim that profanity is a sign of high intelligence, while others argue the opposite. I’m not convinced by either. All I know is that profane language doesn’t sit well with me.

Is It Just Me?

I sometimes wonder if anyone else feels the same way. I’m sixty years old, and I have yet to meet someone who shares my perspective. I’ve encountered people who dislike profanity, but they tend to fall on the more conservative, censorship-oriented side of the spectrum. That’s not who I am.

I’m simply someone who prefers a different way of expressing myself.

Join the Conversation

As I venture into the blogging world, I hope to explore the quirks and contradictions that make us human…mine included. And if my aversion to profanity makes me the last of a dying breed, well… I guess I’ll wear that badge proudly.

What about you?

Do certain words make you cringe? Do you have your own harmless quirks that make people raise an eyebrow?

Share them in the comments…I promise not to judge. And yes, you can swear if you need to. I’ll just look away.