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Like short sleeves, I bear arms
"Like short sleeves, I bear arms."
Virtues: self-confidence, strength, assertiveness
This classic Jay-Z line implies to others that one should not be messed with. When people want to start trouble, they are more likely to pick on or be aggressive with those that they feel are weak; those that exude a ‘soft’ persona or passive behavior. For example in a High School setting, bullies will always try to pick on the weak-looking individuals (nerds, geeks, loners, etc.). However, if one shows what they are ‘working with’ whether it be physical strength/abilities, or lethal weapons, then the probability for anyone trying to mess with you decreases. For many aggressors do not necessarily want to encounter a difficult experience; meaning they do not want to try to attack someone, and risk getting beat the f*ck up … that would just be embarrassing.
Elaborating now, i’m trying to refer this quote in a physical sense; ‘bearing your arms’ muscle strength or lethal weapons, however, bearing your arms could also imply a sort of mental constructs that can be used to repel any aggression. At times if we can mentally outsmart or outwit an adversary, it can do more damage than any physical blow; for mental feats can affect one’s emotions and behaviors, which carry far more ramifications than physical interactions. The mind can be a very powerful tool, and when used appropriately, can be very influential not only one’s self, but onto others.
So ‘bear arms’; whether it be physical or mental – I guess the point is, don’t let people f*ck with you, for if they do, blow them away, mentally or physically.
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posted by Vacant Lot @ 10:58 AM
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