Upsetness

 I fear that we prefer being upset over being consoled.

This is an interesting phrase. I can't help thinking there is a tremendous truth in it.

I know, quite honestly, that I find it in me. It's easy - indeed it is, in a bizarre, repugnant manner, satisfying and desired - to be self righteously upset. I see it in the manners of both Trump supporters and BLM proponents: the will to be outraged for the sake of outrage. It feeds, not the soul, but the fires of vengeance.

This is not a good thing. Especially when we ought to be seeking understanding and conciliation.