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The Madness of Being a Lighthouse Keeper

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It's a lonely life, being a lighthouse keeper. You spend your days tending to the light, keeping watch for ships, and battling the elements. It's a demanding job, and it can be easy for lighthouse keepers to go mad.

One of the biggest challenges of being a lighthouse keeper is the isolation. You may not see another person for days, weeks, or even months at a time. This can be incredibly isolating, and it can take a toll on your mental health.

Another challenge of being a lighthouse keeper is the weather. You may have to deal with storms, high winds, and heavy seas. This can be dangerous and it can make it difficult to keep the light lit.

Despite the challenges, there are also some rewards to being a lighthouse keeper. You get to live in beautiful places, you have a sense of purpose, and you are often very well-respected by the communities you serve.

But even the most dedicated lighthouse keepers can start to feel the madness creeping in after a while. Here are some of the signs that you may be going mad as a lighthouse keeper:

  • You start talking to the seagulls.
  • You start believing that the foghorn is singing to you.
  • You start seeing the ghost of the previous lighthouse keeper.
  • You start to think that the light is actually a portal to another dimension.

If you start to experience any of these symptoms, it's time to take a break from lighthouse keeping. Go visit a friend, go on vacation, anything to get some human contact. And if you start to see the ghost of the previous lighthouse keeper, it's definitely time to quit.

But don't worry, you're not alone. Many lighthouse keepers have gone mad before you, and many will go mad after you. It's just part of the job.

So if you're thinking about becoming a lighthouse keeper, be prepared for the madness. It's all part of the fun.

Published Fri, Apr 21, 2023
Suggested by W.Denaro
Managing Editor


COMMENTS


@Seagull_whisperer said on: Apr 21, 2023 at 08:42 AM
I'm not sure if I'm cut out to be a lighthouse keeper. I'm more of a lighthouse chaser.


@Foghorn_fanatic said on: Apr 21, 2023 at 08:58 AM
I think the madness of being a lighthouse keeper would be a lot of fun. I'd love to spend my days talking to the seagulls and singing along to the foghorn.


@StarGazer said on: Apr 21, 2023 at 09:09 AM
This article really helped me see the stars.


@Stormy_weather_lover said on: Apr 21, 2023 at 09:43 AM
I'm not sure if I could handle the weather conditions, but I'd be willing to give it a try. After all, what could be worse than being stuck in a lighthouse during a storm?


@Peaceful_hermit said on: Apr 21, 2023 at 10:04 AM
I think being a lighthouse keeper would be the perfect job for me. I love the idea of living in a beautiful place, being alone with my thoughts, and helping ships find their way safely to shore.


@People_person said on: Apr 21, 2023 at 10:15 AM
I'm too social to be a lighthouse keeper. I need to be around people, and I don't think I could handle being alone for so long.


@ropeAdope said on: Apr 21, 2023 at 10:22 AM
PM me, I want to talk about this.


@Lighthouse_keeper_dreamer said on: Apr 21, 2023 at 10:28 AM
I think being a lighthouse keeper would be the best job in the world. I'd love to have a sense of purpose, be well-respected by the community, and enjoy the peace and quiet.

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