That is our fate as human beings. We know this yet in the face of death we still cling to life. When I greet my own end, I will strive for as little attachment as I can. I would like to depart this world thinking my life has been a good one.

One Hundred Per Cent Of Us Will Die

There is no need to be troubled by things that have not happened yet. Think only about what is happening right now. Almost all anxieties are intangible. They are an invention of your own mind

Anxiety : Where Does It Actually Exist?

When we have something arduous to do we often complaint about it. We say,' Anyone could do this,' or 'This is all they ever let me do.' But with this attitude,it is very difficult to find joy in our work. People who do their best to enjoy what it is before then have the greatest chance to discover inner peace

Pleasure In Your Work

Life doesn't always go smoothly. Our efforts sometimes go unrewarded. Despite this, try to believe in yourself and do your best. Do not fear moving forward.

Noone Has Zero Potential

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Drawing on centuries of wisdom, renowned Zen Buddhist priest Shunmyo Masuno applies the essence of Zen to modern life in clear, practical, easily adopted lessons - one a day for 100 days. Discover how Lining up your shoes after you take them off can bring order to your life. Putting down your fork after every bite can help you feel more grateful for what you have. Spending time barefoot can strengthen your body. Planting a flower and watching it grow can teach you to embrace change. Going outside to watch the sunset can make every day feel celebratory. In Zen The Art of Simple Living, you will learn to find happiness not by seeking out extraordinary experiences but by making small changes - to what you do, how you think, how you interact with others and how you appreciate the present moment. With each task, you will open yourself up to a renewed sense of peace and inner calm.

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First, Descartes proposed that there are three sources of ideas:Innate - Ideas that are within us Fictitious - Ideas that come from our imaginationAdventitious - Ideas that come from experiences of the world.

Source Of Ideas

Descartes proposed the Level of Reality, This hierarchy is based on the perfection of the Ideas in their own.Objective reality - is the reality that something has as ideas or representation, or reality that an idea or representation exist. Formal Reality or actual reality - are the reality that is actual and not just represent.Eminent reality - is the reality of an idea that is not active but has a potential for its actuality (to formal Reality).

Levels of Reality

Objective reality is on the top because we can perceive a Perfect triangle, but I'm actual reality and eminent there is no perfect triangle, as all triangles in reality is composed of material that can be curved, erase of something. A perfect idea of triangle only exist in Objective reality and it can be called Infinite-objectibe reality, were the idea of objective reality is extended to the infinity. So, this reality is in beyond the other ideas objective reality.

The Hierarchy

The argument for God's existence of Rene Descartes are the Trademark Argument (Ontological) and The Causal Argument (Cosmological).

Rene Descartes argues that our idea of God did not came from the Fictitious, Adventitious and Innate ideas, he insists that the Idea of God is came from God itself and he used the levels of reality to prove it.

The Trademark Argument

Premise 1 : I have an idea of God as an infinitely perfect being.The source of this ideas are:FictitiousAdventitiousInnateNot Fictitious because fictitious ideas are imagination, and imagination is a combination of elements from sensory experience. Therefore, it lacks the quality for a certain, infinite and perfect idea of God.Not Adventitious because Adventitious ideas are arises from external stimuli or experience. Therefore, it also lacks the quality for a certain, infinite and perfect idea of God.The first two options may be subject to doubt (Meditation 1)

The Argument

Not Innate because innate ideas are generated by me. I, myself is a finite being. Therefore, I cannot create an infinite and perfect idea of God.

Premise 2: If I have an idea of an infinitely perfect being, then some infinitely perfect being must exist.There is no reasonable source for that infinite and perfect idea of God to exist. Then, the source of my idea of God must really be infinitely perfect being (Beyond objective reality).Conclusion: Therefore, an infinitely perfect being called God, exists.This argument is often called Descartes' ontological argument, asserting that the idea of God and his perfection implies His existence.

Rene Descartes also concluded here that an absolutely perfect being is a good, benevolent being therefore God would not deceive him. It settles some of the unresolved problem of skeptical hypothesis from Meditation I.(As of the moment of this meditation "I" or "a thinking thing" and "God" is the only thing that sure to exist)

Premise 1: I exist (as a thinking thing, Meditation II).Premise 2: My existence must have a cause.The only Possible Ultimate Causes are:Myself I always having existedMy parentsSomething less perfect than GodGod

Causal Argument

Not "Myself"If I had created myself, I would have made myself perfect. Also I'm a finite being.Not "I always having existed"This does not solve the problem. If I am a dependent being, I need to be continually sustained by another.Not "My Parents" This leads to an infinite regress from generation to generation and they are also dependent being.Not "Something less than a God" The idea of perfection that exists in me cannot have originated from a non-perfect being.

Then, "God" because he is an independent being and has the power to cause something to exist. Conclusion: Therefore, God existsA perfect being could not have been caused by anything less than a perfect being.

(At the end of Meditation III Rene Descartes prove the existence of God with the attributes of a perfect being.)

In this Meditation III Rene is trying to prove the existence of God.

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Did you know that you look pretty? Look at others around you. You'd definitely find someone's body shape, eye, skin, or any part of body not attractive. Now compare that with the same body part of yours. See?

You Are Beautiful 

Even a flower that blooms beside a road sparks a flow of joy in our hearts. And the beautiful "you";do the same to others as well. You are beautiful, you are pretty, you are important. There's someone who didn't get to live today. But you did.

You Matter!

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Instead of fearing it, we must embrace failure as an opportunity for growth and self-improvement. By shifting our perspective and seeing failure as a valuable learning experience, we open ourselves up to valuable insights and personal development. Embracing failure allows us to unlock our full potential and become the best version of ourselves. So let us not shy away from failure, but rather welcome it with open arms, knowing that within its grasp lies the key to our success.

Failure is Inevitable

"Failure is not the end, but a stepping stone to wisdom."

While seeking advice and support from others is crucial, true self-reliance involves making independent decisions and taking responsibility for choices and actions.

Self-Reliance Requires Independence

"Interdependence fuels independence; seek counsel, but trust your instincts." - Anonymous

Building support networks and seeking help does not diminish self-reliance. Interdependence strengthens independence through difficult times.

Self-Reliance Doesn't Mean Isolation:

"Connection fuels resilience; self-reliance is not a solo journey."

Hard truths can be tough to accept, but they often pave the way for personal growth and self-reliance.

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This piece explores the metaphorical journey of climbing personal mountains. It delves into the idea that overcoming self-sabotage requires the same determination and resilience as summiting a physical mountain. By addressing internal obstacles, readers learn strategies for self-mastery, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, goal setting, and the power of persistence in reaching the pinnacle of personal growth.

Summiting Your Inner Peaks

Before embarking on the ascent to self-mastery, one must first establish a base camp of self-discovery. This concept introduces readers to the foundational steps of understanding their own patterns of self-sabotage. Through introspection and acknowledgment of one's vulnerabilities, this guide offers a starting point for transformation, highlighting the role of self-compassion and acceptance in the journey.

 The Base Camp of Self-Discovery

This article addresses the treacherous terrain of self-doubt that often hinders progress towards self-mastery. It presents techniques for recognizing and confronting these doubts, likening them to obstacles on a mountain trail. By developing a mindset of resilience and adaptability, readers learn to navigate through self-doubt, turning challenges into stepping stones towards achieving personal goals.

Navigating the Terrain of Self-Doubt

Focusing on the overwhelming impact of negative thinking, this idea compares it to an avalanche that can derail one’s journey to self-mastery. It offers insight into the triggers and patterns of negative thoughts, providing practical tools for mindfulness and cognitive restructuring. This approach helps individuals dig out from the avalanche and continue their ascent with renewed clarity and focus.

The Avalanche of Negative Thoughts

This idea highlights the often-overlooked phase of descending the mountain, symbolizing the integration of self-mastery into daily life. It discusses how to apply lessons learned from overcoming self-sabotage in practical, everyday scenarios. This section offers strategies for maintaining personal growth, ensuring that the journey to the summit leaves a lasting impact on one’s approach to life’s challenges.

The Descent: Integrating New Heights into Everyday Life

Reaching the summit of self-acceptance is portrayed as the ultimate goal in the journey of transforming self-sabotage into self-mastery. This narrative explores the importance of embracing one’s imperfections and learning from failures. It encourages readers to view each setback as a lesson, fostering a sense of self-compassion and understanding that is crucial for personal growth.

The Summit of Self-Acceptance

Readers interested in personal growth and self-improvement will find "The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage Into Self-Mastery" an invaluable resource!

THIS IS A BOOK ABOUT SELF-SABOTAGE.Why we do it, when we do it, and how to stop doing it-for good.Coexisting but conflicting needs create self-sabotaging behaviors. This is why we resist efforts to change, often until they feel completely futile. But by extracting crucial insight from our most damaging habits, building emotional intelligence by better understanding our brains and bodies, releasing past experiences at a cellular level, and learning to act as our highest potential future selves, we can step out of our own way and into our potential.For centuries, the mountain has been used as a metaphor for the big challenges we face, especially ones that seem impossible to overcome. To scale our mountains, we actually have to do the deep internal work of excavating trauma, building resilience, and adjusting how we show up for the climb.In the end, it is not the mountain we master, but ourselves.

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Brianna Wiest is an accomplished writer whose work has resonated with readers around the world. Brianna Wiest has published several books that explore a range of topics, from fiction to nonfiction, and has received critical acclaim for the ability to weave compelling narratives. Brianna Wiest's writing style is known for its depth and authenticity, and has earned quite a loyal following of readers.

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Albert Camus' task is to find the most important philosophical questions to human. Then he came up with it and states:"There is but one truly philosophical problem, and that is Suicide"

Chapter One: An Absurd Reasoning

The problem is generated by taking these two position: "Life is meaningless" and "Human desire for meaning."This will create an absurdity, a contradiction. Why still seek when there is none, why still live when existence and life itself is meaningless?

The Absurd

- We live our lives as if we're not aware of the certainty of death that we will meet into the end of it.- Science and Metaphysics only explained the world descriptively. Any interpretation in attempt in "making sense" in our life will end up in meaningless abstraction.- The true knowledge and rationality cannot truly explain the world or give meaning to it.

Why Meaningless

Albert Camus set three possible response on dealing with the absurd:Suicide (Physical Suicide)Philosophical SuicideConfronting the Absurd

Dealing with the Absurd

Albert Camus rejected Physical Suicide. For him absurd cannot exist if there is no man. And taking away your own life is not true revolt.

Suicide (Physical Suicide)

Many other philosophers attempt to deal with the absurd. Here are their concept:Heidegger's emphasize the reliance on existential authenticity.Karl Jaspers emphasizing authenticity and transcendence.Kierkegaard's advocates leap of faith.For Camus, this is a form of philosophical suicide and it is self-destructive as physical suicide. Those concept attempt to escape and seek refuge in metaphysical concept rather than confronting the absurd.

Philosophical Suicide

He states that this is the only valid option on dealing with the Absurd.It is simple, just accept absurdity, or embrace it, and continue living. You are no longer bound by hope for a better future you do not need to pursue life's purpose or to create meaning. You just live with the absurd.Camus arrives at three consequences from fully acknowledging the absurd: revolt, freedom, and passion.

Confronting the Absurd

After accepting the absurd, there is a new philosophical questions and that is "How should the Absurd Man live?"Camus gives some representations on how do we live a life like an Absurd Man:Don JuanismThe ActorThe Conqueror

Chapter 2: The Absurd Man

The Legendary libertine Don Juan, represents the pursuit of pleasure and sensual experiences as a way to deny the inherent meaninglessness of life. Don Juan seeks distraction in romantic conquests and fleeting pleasures to confront the absurd.

Don Juanism

The Actor represents an individual who immerses themselves in various character roles and personas. Those mask (roles) help them to become detached to the absurdity of existence.

The Actor

The conqueror is the individual who seeks to overcome the absurd through power, achievements, or conquests. He chooses action over contemplation, aware of the fact that nothing can last and no victory is final.

The Conqueror

Camus examines the artist or maker. Absurd art is limited to describing the multitude of experiences in the world because meaning is unattainable. Of course, absurd creativity must also abstain from judgment and from hinting at the tiniest glimmer of optimism to the world.

Chapter 3: Absurd Creation

"If the world were clear, art would not exist."

He also explores the writing of Fyodor Dostoevsky, it represents absurd creation and use the premise of absurdism as his starting point.

Camus used Sisyphus as Metaphor for the human condition in a absurd world. Sisyphus is condemned by the gods to endlessly rolls a boulder uphill, only for it to roll back down. Camus argues that embracing the absurdity and finding meaning in the struggle itself is essential to confront the absurdity of human existence.

Chapter 4: The Myth of Sisyphus

"The struggle itself toward the heights is enough to fill a man's heart. One must imagine Sisyphus happy"

The Absurdity with Hope is Kafkaesque At the essay "Hope and the Absurd in the work of Franz Kafka". Camus acknowledge the idea of Franz Kafka, The Metamorphosis and The Trial are novellas of Kafka that represent the themes of absurdity in human existence. But he claims that Kafka fails as an absurd writer because his work retains a glimmer of hope in absurdity.

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The Myth of Sisyphus by Albert Camus (Complete summary)

A Nobel Prize-winning author delivers one of the most influential works of the twentieth century, showing a way out of despair and reaffirming the value of existence. Influenced by works such as Don Juan and the novels of Kafka, these essays begin with a meditation on suicide—the question of living or not living in a universe devoid of order or meaning. With lyric eloquence, Albert Camus brilliantly presents a crucial exposition of existentialist thought.

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Albert Camus (1913-1960) was a representative of non-metropolitan French literature. His origin in Algeria and his experiences there in the thirties were dominating influences in his thought and work. Of semi-proletarian parents, early attached to intellectual circles of strongly revolutionary tendencies, with a deep interest in philosophy (only chance prevented him from pursuing a university career in that field), he came to France at the age of twenty-five. The man and the times met: Camus joined the resistance movement during the occupation and after the liberation was a columnist for the newspaper Combat. But his journalistic activities had been chiefly a response to the demands of the time; in 1947 Camus retired from political journali

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It's not stress that kills us, it is our reaction to it.

In our fast-paced world, finding time to combat anxiety can be a challenge. However, even the busiest schedules can accommodate quick and effective strategies for easing stress and finding moments of peace.

Introduction - Finding Calm in the Chaos

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Explore our <a href="https://freemeditationscripts.com">free meditation scripts</a> for quick sessions you can practice anywhere, anytime. These short meditations can provide rapid relief and are a perfect fit for a busy lifestyle.

Utilize Short Meditation Sessions

Utilize different apps that is offering quick guided meditation and mindfulness exercises specifically designed for people with limited time.

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Physical Activity for Stress Relief

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Stay Hydrated and Nourished

Foster a positive mindset by reminding yourself of your strengths and accomplishments. Quick affirmations or a glance at an uplifting quote can be a powerful antidote to a moment of anxiety.

Cultivate a Positive Mindset

Breathing in, I calm my body. Breathing out, I smile.

How do you find quick moments of relief from anxiety amidst a busy and demanding schedule?

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🌟 Balance: Finding equilibrium between all aspects of life.
🌞 Positivity: Cultivating an optimistic mindset in all situations.
🌈 Intuition: Trusting your instinct and inner wisdom.
🧠 Logic: Using reason and critical thinking to live effectively.

Embarking on a Journey of Spiritual Growth

As we navigate through life, it is important to find harmony and balance between the physical and spiritual aspects of our being. This balance allows us to cultivate a healthy and harmonious connection between our mind, body, and soul, leading to spiritual growth and awakening.By finding equilibrium and rhythm in our daily lives, we can nurture all aspects of our being and create a solid foundation for spiritual growth and well-being. Remember to take care of your mind, body, and soul, as they all play a vital role in your spiritual journey.

Balance - The Harmony Within

Spiritual growth thrives in the embrace of balance, a delicate equilibrium between the material and the ethereal, the mundane and the divine. It’s about finding a harmonious rhythm that nurtures the body, mind, and soul in unison. A balanced life lays the foundation for spiritual awakening.

The Radiant Light of Your Spiritual Path Positivity is like a shining light showing us the way. It's more than just being optimistic - it's about connecting with the energy of the universe and raising our vibrations. With positivity, we can turn challenges into opportunities and darkness into a beautiful sky filled with stars. ✨Let's cultivate a positive mindset and let that light guide our spiritual path towards a brighter future. We all have the power within us to embrace positivity and let it radiate through our lives. Let's shine on! 💫

Positivity - The Radiant Light 

Positivity becomes the radiant light guiding the spiritual path. Cultivating a positive mindset is not merely an optimistic outlook; it’s an intentional alignment with the cosmic energy that propels us toward higher vibrations. Positivity is the elixir that transforms challenges into opportunities and darkness into a canvas for celestial stars to shine.

Our intuition, also known as the soul's whisper, guides us to listen beyond the chaos of the physical world. It's the quiet prompting of our heart, the unspoken direction that goes beyond reason. To nurture our intuition means to trust in the unknown, to embrace the wisdom woven within the universal harmony. It is the link to a deeper understanding that surpasses the boundaries of our logical thinking.<ul><li>Intuition: a subtle guidance from the soul.</li><li>Reaching beyond logic and trusting our intuition.</li><li>The connection to a higher understanding.</li></ul>

Intuition - The Soul's Whisper

Intuition, the soul’s whisper, beckons us to listen beyond the noise of the material world. It’s the gentle nudging of the heart, the silent guidance that transcends logic. Nurturing intuition means trusting the unseen forces, acknowledging the wisdom embedded in the cosmic symphony. It’s the connection to a higher knowing that transcends the limits of the rational mind

Logic is like an earthly anchor for our spiritual growth, keeping our feet on the ground and guiding our decisions. It helps us understand how our actions affect our surroundings and keeps us connected to the physical world as we explore the spiritual unknown.- Logic is our practical companion as we embark on our journey of spiritual growth. - It helps us make sense of how our actions impact the world we live in. - While intuition explores the unknown, logic keeps us grounded in reality. - So let's embrace both and find balance in our path towards self-discovery!

Logic - The Earthly Anchor

Logic serves as the earthly anchor grounding spiritual growth in practicality. It’s the discerning mind that navigates the physical realm, allowing us to make sound decisions and understand the cause-and-effect dynamics of our actions. While intuition soars into the cosmic unknown, logic keeps our feet rooted in the present, ensuring that spiritual growth doesn’t become detached from the tangible reality we inhabit.

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"If we don't believe in freedom of expression for people we despise, we don't believe in it at all."

1177 quotes from Noam Chomsky: 'We shouldn't be looking for heroes, we should be looking for good ideas.', 'If we don't believe in freedom of expression for people we despise, we don't believe in it at all.', and 'The whole educational and professional training system is a very elaborate filter, which just weeds out people who are too independent, and who think for themselves, and who don't know how to be submissive, and so on -- because they're dysfunctional to the institutions.'

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Noam Chomsky Quotes (Author of Hegemony or Survival)

Imagine a field where there are hundreds of cows, still a little calf will be able to recognize her mother among the crowd. This is exactly how our past actions catch up. This is KARMA.

"Satyameva Jayate"Truth alone triumphs.

"Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam"The entire world is one family.

Hymn of Creation of UniverseWho really knows? Who will here proclaim it?When was it produced? When is this creation?God came afterwards, with the creation of this universe.Who then knows when it has arisen?Whether God's will created it, or whether He was mute;Perhaps it formed itself, or perhaps it did not.

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