Every day at Low Two Pair, I share a Thought of the Day and a Question of the Day, because I think we all need a little more reflection and a lot more fun in our lives. Today’s musings take us into the world of fame, creativity, and—why not?—TV dreams. Let’s unpack it all.
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Thought of the Day: Brilliance is no guarantee of notoriety.
How many brilliant people are wandering around the world, never to be noticed? It’s a humbling and hopeful thought at the same time. I’ve known folks who could light up a room with their insights but never cared about applause. And I’ve seen others who chase the spotlight with the fury of a caffeinated squirrel, but who never seem to land the gig.
The truth is, brilliance and fame are two different games, and they don’t always overlap. You could be the next Da Vinci in your basement, sketching out a new Mona Lisa on your napkin, and the world might never see it. That doesn’t diminish the value of your ideas—if anything, it’s a reminder that brilliance is its own reward, even if it never goes viral.
This idea reminds me of another Thought of the Day I shared back in March: “Before you worry about how to win the game, figure out whether the game is worth winning.” It’s a theme I come back to often—why do we do what we do? Is it for applause or for the joy of creating?
Question of the Day: If you could guest star on any TV show, what would you choose and why?
Ah, the guest star question. It’s practically the grown-up version of “What do you want to be when you grow up?”—only this time you’re aiming for a cameo that might just make you legendary.
Question of the Day: If you could guest star on any TV show, what would you choose and why?
Ah, the guest star question. It’s practically the grown-up version of “What do you want to be when you grow up?”—only this time you’re aiming for a cameo that might just make you legendary.
For me, it’s a no-brainer: Doctor Who. I’ve always been fascinated by the idea of hopping into the TARDIS, traveling through time and space with a wisecracking alien who’s older than he looks (kind of like how I feel most days). The chance to pop in, have a cup of tea in a spaceship, and then run from Daleks—what’s not to love? Besides, it’s the only show where you can show up wearing an absolutely bonkers outfit and still fit right in.
How about you? What show would you drop into if you had the chance? I bet your answer says something interesting about you—like whether you’re a mystery junkie, a comedy nerd, or a hopeful hero at heart. If you’re stuck for ideas, I’ve shared other quirky questions like this in past posts, such as “What is your favorite day of the week and why?”
I’d love to hear from you!
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