Errol may have been “beyond the compass”, but search continues … Maybe we can “triangulate” his “octagonal philosophy”? How – without using any circular reasoning, of course – would you describe Errol’s view of life? One thing for sure: He was no square.
Here is some of one scholar’s exploration & insight into the Flynnian philosophy of life:
— Tim
I want that book!
I love reading Errol’s thoughts & quotes,he definitely lived his life his way,and never seemed to take anything too seriously,he’s very funny too.I think overall that’s a good way to be. :)
You’re so right, Lollie. Errol had such a wonderful sense of humor. That was probably a major part of his charm, right?
P.S. The author – “Neural Surfer” David Christopher Lane – seems to be a very interesting character, too. A professor of philosophy, who also won some World Body Surfing championships!
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So true Tim,I’ve always loved how funny he was. :)
Well he was a lot deeper than people gave him credit for
and he knew himself extremely well. Definitley a free spirit
and had a very well developed sense of humour, a very three dimensional character with all the contridictions present and thriving. I can also see how a person who thinks about things so deeply would be hurt by how “the world” percieved him, so he just let the world go on thinking he was a shallow playboy. He was so much more. I know we all say and think what a tragedy he died so young but old age was never for flynn. Question would he be the legend he is today if he had lived to a ripe old age? By the way great post different and so many things to discuss from it, thanks for sharing.
Very observant, insightful & thought-provoking, daringthorpe! Thank YOU.
I like very much you’re expanding the octagon into three dimensions!!! Very true. Likely even five dimensions with Flynn!!!!!
I think Errol knew at some level that a future world would someday recognize, appreciate & celebrate his unique greatness & contributions more fully.