The Power of Rituals [Dead Poets Society] 

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Is*, in the sense that his legacy will live forever.

It is a worldwide treasure ❤

Thank you for sharing about Mr Burns. I think we all have (or at least I hope we do) a teacher or someone who really connected with us and made a difference in our lives.

I have both a "Yes" and "No" reaction to your comments about rituals and conformity in Dead Poets Society. Yes, I do think each person needs to find his or her place and purpose in life. Yes, it would be a bad idea if your life was driven by someone else (such as Neil's life being driven by Mr. Perry). Yes, you also need to take risks and occasionally be adventurous. However, the "No" part comes in at social relationships. This is where some degree of "conformity" is necessary. For example, in many jobs in many industries, you cannot be too much of an outlier. You have to be a bit of a team player. That is why in interviews, the interviewer is looking to see if the candidate has the right personality to "fit in with the culture." Because, if you don't, no one will want to work with you after a while. We could also talk about friendships, even in school. Sure, I get the idea that a person should not cave in so much to peer pressure. However, you need to watch some of the things you say and do. Part of it is so it allows you to find "your people". Another part of it is something Mr. Keating mentioned to Charlie after he got paddled. You cannot go too far with your antics. Everyone has a stopping point to toleration. To not "choke on the bone". It reminds me of the episode of House in which he was dealing with a young girl who seeming was a dwarf like her mother. House confronted her mother at the end (since the mother was fighting hard enough against House), and something like, "Then why stop there? Why don't you poke her eye out and see how interesting she would be then. ... How strong do you really want her to be?" Plus, some degree of conformity and ritual is necessary in intimate/romantic relationships, too. There are certain patterns that "normal" people tend to look for and need. Particularly if you are looking for a spouse. You tend to look for similar interests and values. Maybe even similar occupations. You look for someone responsible and somewhat studious. You need to see the other person willing to simmer, to take the time to slowly get to know you. To not rush things, to be able to give each the time and space for the relationship to grow and flourish. Sure, it's conformity and ritualistic, but it also works. And it is preferred. Where it goes off the rails is where trouble lies, and an example of this is in this very movie. Knox Overstreet. He took several steps, that either in our own setting or in his, could easily been seen as inappropriate. He arguably "love-bombed" Chris. He went too far too fast. And he kissed her when she started to get tipsy. These are inappropriate boundaries (or lack thereof). Although it worked out in the end, to a degree, we could say that approach in real life could very well have disastrous consequences. It's Hollywood. It's not real. So, I would say, much like Mr. Keating, there needs to be some limits to being creative, individual, or avant-garde. If nothing else, to be a decent and contributing member of society. I didn't say conformist or robot. Just good enough.

Thanks!

Literally every youtuber speak soooo slow for me, where have you been?

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Thank you for bringing this back to me. I saw it first when I was 30 yrs old. I loved it then and now at age 72, I love it as much as then. It is truly a beautiful and inspiring film. Robbin Williams was a wonderful actor and seems❤ perfect in this part.

That's cool.

Thank you! I need to find that interview.

I agree. I do think fathers should embrace it. Ironically, I shared this movie with my son and he didn't like it. =)

Thank you 🙏 I am honored.

Thank you so much for sharing! The Truman Show is one of my favorites.

Yes, Patch Adams, which came 9 years after Dead Poets probably wouldn’t exist without the deserved success of the earlier film.

Wow, thank you! That means a lot to me.

I’m glad you liked it.

Thank you!

Thank you!

Interesting

Good suggestion. And thank you for your thoughtful comment.

Wow, thank you! I am honored.

Glad you enjoyed it

That is a fun one with some great actors.

It is that as well.

Wow, thank you D R H. I am honored by your comment.

"I stand upon my desk to remind myself that we must constantly look at things in a different way" not at all about stature, rather, all to do with encompassing, personal perspective, understanding, growth and giving. He gives of himself for them, for the future, for all of us. The a very definition of Robin Williams 🥲

I totally joined in as I read this.😂

Too true, there isn't! It's a masterpiece.

Yes, thank you for the suggestions!

Thank you. That could be a fun one!

Sorry to disgust you, Charles. Have a great day.

Hahahahha what ?!😂