StrohMaestroh

@strohmeister
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I teach History, English, and Special Education at a public High School in the Bronx, NYC.
I truly love what I do.
I am interested in philosophy, zen, music, art, literature, life, the universe, everything, and the places where it all connects, synthesizes, and catalyzes creativity.
I want to change the world from my tiny spot in the universe and let the karma ripple outward.
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The Sin Eater

That poor little sin eater in a darkened room fed artificial light and filtered half-truths and lies he gets to eat the broken fragmented shredded bits of strategically weaponized semantic psycho subliminal Sub-liminal he eats in the liminal space feeding and digesting so you don't have to taste the indigestion.

https://strohmeister.com/2026/03/22/the-sin-eater/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

The Sin Eater

That poor little sin eater in a darkened room fed artificial light and filtered half-truths and lies he gets to eat the broken fragmented shredded bits of strategically weaponized semantic psycho s…

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Less Than Zero Sum

The "Suffering Bully" is a reminder that the endless cycle of competitive misery dehumanizes us. When we cling to zero-sum suffering, we alienate empathy and stifle genuine connection. True humanity flourishes through shared compassion, yet we cling to scarcity. It's time to reject this flawed mindset and embrace our collective journey.

https://strohmeister.com/2026/03/21/less-than-zero-sum/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Understanding the Suffering Bully: A Zero-Sum Perspective

Explore the concept of 'suffering bullies' and the zero-sum mentality that hinders empathy in our society. Discover the importance of collective humanity.

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"Well shit... Do we have a plan B..."
~Pete Hegseth

"And it's only the giving that makes you what you are."
From the high-fidelity lyrics of Jethro Tull to the morning ritual of offering peanuts to the blue jays in my backyard, I’ve been mapping the topography of kindness.

https://strohmeister.com/2026/03/15/blue-jays-jethro-tull-the-paradox-of-giving/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

The Joy of Giving: Connecting Through Nature and Music

Explore the paradox of giving in this heartfelt reflection on music, nature, and the joy of connecting with birds through selfless acts.

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Ubi es, Brute?

The Long Dark Compartment Syndrome of the Soul

Do I tell this story? Should I tell this story? Have I already told this story? Forgive me... this year has been a lot. In addition to the malestrom of late-stage capitalism's decline into oligarchy, I've been spelunking the depths of my own personal cave. Dante wasn't kidding when he told of "rings of hell" -- but hell is simply a storefront to dissuade the unserious. One must be the Orpheus to her/his own Euridyce... but…

https://strohmeister.com/2026/02/21/the-long-dark-compartment-syndrome-of-the-soul/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

The Long Dark Compartment Syndrome of the Soul

Do I tell this story? Should I tell this story? Have I already told this story? Forgive me… this year has been a lot. In addition to the malestrom of late-stage capitalism’s decline int…

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Intricate Black and White Heart Illustration with Patterns

Explore this intricate black and white heart illustration, showcasing unique textures and abstract designs intertwined within it.

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I don't know if any profession makes one more prepared to raise quintuplets, but I bet you Malcom Gladwell's royalty check that Olympic curlers would do a bang up job.

No Wonder I Ponder A Sore Elbow

My left elbow is sore… Not movie heart attack sore. It's cold AF sore. But I didn't come here to talk about that. I don't know why I came here. I don't even think I came here come to think But if I came to think I'd ponder… I wonder… I wonder why wander rhymes w/ ponder while Wonder rhymes with blunder.

https://strohmeister.com/2026/02/01/no-wonder-i-ponder-a-sore-elbow/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

No Wonder I Ponder A Sore Elbow

My left elbow is sore… Not movie heart attack sore. It’s cold AF sore. But I didn’t come here to talk about that. I don’t know why I came here. I don’t even think I came her…

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