kermit

Kermit the frog here

being curious and kind

a friend for today

I came across a reel recently with Kermit the Frog* and Fozzie having an existential crisis (here’s the link). It was wonderful. It also took me down a rabbit hole on YouTube watching old videos of the Muppets, but notably Kermit. The Muppets were part of my childhood, and seeing videos of the Muppets fills me with joy and nostalgia.

The conclusion I have come to: We all need some Kermit in our lives and channeling this fella would do us some good. Kermit exudes kindness, caring, and empathy. He also exhibits a broader range of emotions (here’s an example), and talks about those emotions. He is funny, values friendship, and always curious. He likes to share knowledge if he has it, but also likes to listen and learn from others. These are good things to keep in mind.

*I know there have been various Kermits over the years, but when I think of Kermit the Frog, I really think only of Jim Henson’s Kermit. Here is an example of the brilliance.

© Christopher M Buddle 2025