J-J-Jaded

Ever hear that song by Aerosmith, Jaded? I hadn't until about last spring, when a friend told me I was "Jaded." I didn't know what it meant, so I was told to simply listen to the song. Here's my understanding: You can only go so far with something before your breaking point. You work hard at this something, and then when you realize that not much progress is being made, that burden you've been carrying is suddenly gone. Now, I know that there are many different views of the term, but I'm sure at some point, they all boil down to the same thing- simple indifference.

Here's how this all applies. I used to find a negative connotation with the term. But now, I realize that being "jaded" isn't necessarily that negative. It relieves stress and pressure, allowing you to focus on what really matters. -- So long as you're not "jaded" with important things that will end up carrying you far. I'm guessing at this point it's all based on whatever situation or predicament you're in. I've been thinking on this probably since I was told I was "jaded" but it wasn't until today that it all started becoming clear... and at times, much more confusing.

The concept here: Focus on what really matters. Don't become jaded against the things that you need in life, because if you do, you're pretty much screwed in the end. There are some things that you have to care about. But, if you find yourself focusing on things that really shouldn't have that much influence in the way you live, then just let it go. (I'm pretty sure that's why my fortune cookie says on Facebook. Let it Go.) Become jaded, if you will. Don't be a hero, take care of what you need to and nothing else until you are completely satisfiedwith what you've done already.

I'd love to know what you guys think about this. Any other forms of "Jaded" out there??