PHASE -1
This was an accident.
No, I’m not kidding; the story was supposed to begin with PHASE 0, explaining the loneliness I felt while trying to get my thoughts out of my head…all while feeling completely misunderstood!
I knew I needed a true “introduction”. I already had PHASE 0 mapped out, so there was no need to reconstruct the entire concept. Instead, I took a step back and created PHASE -1.
PHASE -1 introduces the main colors of BR8KEDN®; red & blue, respectively. PHASE -1 also introduces the concept of “OPPOSITION”, which is the nature of opposites and, in BR8KEDN® terms, “that odd space in between.”
What does “that odd space in between” mean?
In this sense, you are feeling broken.
Ever been faced between two difficult decisions and couldn’t decide which was best?
… You are feeling broken.
Ever been in a tough spot in any relationship (family, friend, or significant other) and didn’t know how to feel?
… You are feeling broken.
The examples go on as such. The simplest way to explain would be to describe yourself as feeling torn between two or more entities. Any opposing factors tearing between the middle ground is considered as “OPPOSITION” in BR8KEDN® terms.
OPPOSITION
in relation to BR8KEDN®, “OPPOSITION” is the space or state when you are stuck in between two emotions, thoughts, or most commonly, both. The feeling is very similar to confusion, and causes you to often over-think.
“am I trying too hard?” or “am I not trying hard enough?”
“should I be normal and fit in?” or “should I be different & face the judgements?”
“should I make the effort?” or “should I let it come to me?”
… and so forth …