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„Under capitalism, our bodies are reified, although we are habitually forced to forget this fact. In the ambiguous state of convalescence, however, when we are uncomfortably poised between the health that qualifies us for the production process and the sickness that should disqualify us from it, we are briefly made conscious of the alienation of our physical lives from our mental or spiritual lives.“ (34).

what does it mean to observe but not observe, to exist but not exist? convalescence — i understand yet i don’t, but maybe that’s the whole point

Introduction; the politics and aesthetics of „mindless“ or „distracted“ walking is deeper and complex than i had expected. especially considering the contemporary landscape, with more and more virtual and visual distractions impairing the experience of walking/wandering, identifying the origins/history of the act is crucial in changing ones own habits.