THE WISDOM OF THE BEATLES
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Run of the Mill
June 29, 2025
After The Beatles disbanded in 1970, George Harrison channeled years of pent-up creative energy into his landmark triple album "All Things Must Pass." Among its many gems, "Run of the Mill," is a deeply personal reflection on the fractured relationships within the band during their final years together.
George doesn't place blame solely on others but acknowledges the universal human tendency to see situations through our own limited perspective. The song gently suggests that in any relationship breakdown, we all play an active part through our choices.
The phrase "run of the mill" typically describes something ordinary or unremarkable. Yet George brilliantly subverts this meaning, suggesting that even “run of the mill” interactions carry profound significance in shaping our connections.
At the heart of George's message is that every interaction presents us with choices. When tensions arise, we decide whether to raise our voice in frustration, speak our truth with compassion, or withdraw entirely.
Today, I will pay attention to the "run of the mill" moments in my relationships. I'll notice where I might be contributing to disconnection through my words, actions, or assumptions.
What "run of the mill" interaction today could you transform through greater presence and authenticity?
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