The 1100 Tenets of Geek
In my continuing exploration of my own Geek, I came to realize I needed a code, an ethos, pillars upon which I may become a better geek and, ultimately, further Geek as a whole. Thus was born the 1100 Tenets of Geek.
Through these words, may the Geek flow for you as it has flowed for me.
1: Admit that you are a geek and that you are powerless against your particular denomination(s) of Geek.
2: Believe that there is a power greater than you, and it is called Geek. And though Geek takes many forms, always strive to recognize it.
3: Make the decision to turn your life over to Geek.
4: Keep a running inventory of your denomination(s) of Geek—i.e, video games, computers, tech, math, anime, beer, history, etc. Concede that your Geek is fluid and ever-evolving, and though there are many like it, this particular Geek is yours.
5: Admit your Geek not only to other geeks, but to non-geeks, so that Geek as a whole may spread.
6: Be ready for Geek to make you a better geek.
7: Humbly ask Geek to remove any deficiencies in your knowledge.
8: Make a list of persons whom your Geek has helped and ask them to acknowledge the works of Geek, as well as the works of fellow geeks.
9: Strive to encourage Geek in others. Treat all larval geeks with great care, that they may become fully-developed in their particular denomination(s) of Geek.
10: When your Geek has lead you astray, amend and expand your Geek.
11: Always strive to maintain the power and fortitude to carry out your Geek, even in the face of stupidity.
12: Having had a Geek Awakening after following these steps, strive to carry your Geek to non-geeks, and help them in their daily affairs.
End transmission.
More Modern Geek:
The Modern Geek’s Manifesto
She Geeked All Over Me
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Hahaha! I will not admit that I am a geek. I will admit, however, I am a lover of geeks. 🙂
It’s hard not to love geeks.