There are exceptions to every rule. (Only a Sith speaks in absolutes.) However, we have never met a revolutionary who didn’t like sushi. In fact, we think it is safe to officially pronounce sushi to be the new spokesfood of the Revolution. Think about it. Sushi has many revolutionary qualities. It is raw. It is versatile, but it does not compromise. It is smooth and easy-going, yet it knows how to be aggressive. It expresses itself artfully, nakedly, unapologetically. It strives for perfection and usually succeeds. But here is the most revolutionary thing about sushi: sushi can not and will not conform to or be controlled by any other type of food. It allows for accentuation, but it always takes the main stage.
The idea for “Eating Sushi With Revolutionaries” came about when Jack and Starr were talking about Jack’s upcoming trip to Japan, to meet with some interesting (and yes! revolutionary) people. Starr said, “You know, that would be a great title for a book. Eating Sushi With Revolutionaries.” From that point, it only took about two weeks for the idea to progress from a group memoirs to a coffee table picture book to this blog.
We are Enlightened Bastards. Tom, Jack, Travis, Eric and Starr. (There are a few more of us, and even more will surely join us in the future, but for now, it’s just the five of us contributing to the blog.) We are committed to the idea that you can be, do, or have anything that you want, and that the best way to live is to always do what feels good. We have many fun and exciting projects in the pipeline. This one is very special because it takes two of the things we love most- eating sushi and talking to fellow revolutionaries- and combines them into one fun, collaborative project that doubles as a tool for sharing our philosophy with anyone who would like to join us- whether directly or indirectly- in creating the world we love to live in.
Here’s how it works: whenever one of us meets a person who thinks like we do, a person who is a world changer, a true revolutionary, we say “Drop everything! Hold the phone! Let’s go eat sushi.” Then, armed with a camera and a gift for intriguing dialog, we proceed to the nearest sushi bar with a quickness. While enjoying one of the world’s most revolutionary foods in the company of one (or more) of the world’s most revolutionary individuals, we discuss… whatever comes up! We then hasten to a computer to upload the pictures from the meal and add captions explaining: 1) Who the revolutionary is and some interesting details about him/her/them 2) Where we ate the sushi and what type of sushi we ate 3) What we discussed and any pertinent revelations that may have occurred. Then, you get the pleasure of being notified that, hey, we found another one! You will be entertained and inspired. And you will experience a sudden, irresistible craving for a spicy tuna roll.
What do we look for in a Revolutionary? you might ask. We have prepared a short list of necessary qualities.
1. A revolutionary knows that he/she is responsible for creating his/her own reality.
2. A revolutionary does not make him/herself responsible for what anyone else is creating in their reality.
3. A revolutionary loves being him/herself. He/she is committed to creating the world he/she would like to live in, by virtue of being him/herself.
4. A revolutionary knows no obstacles to creating what he/she wants.
5. A revolutionary does not conform to the practices or expectations of any other person, entity or institution that conflicts with his/her values, because he/she is fully aware that no other being or institution is capable of controlling him/her.
6. A revolutionary really knows how to feel good, and chooses to do so the vast majority of the time.
7. Must like sushi. (Although there may be one or two revolutionaries out there who do not, for whatever reason, eat sushi, this blog is only for those revolutionaries who do eat sushi.)
So, there you have it. Check back often to keep yourself informed about the revolution.