MISSION STATEMENT
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- “Aim for the brightest star to know who you truly are!” My mission statement is an extension of the Apollonian dictum to ‘Know Thyself’. It reminds one to avail of the whole spectrum of virtues in order to attain a greater good. In light of and to the degree that wisdom is revealed and the capacity to discern is refined, one can steady their aim in order to reach the goal of their contemplation. To illuminate the mind with ideas that can assist all sentient beings for the good of the whole is one the highest ideals of the visionary but to intelligently cognize these ideas into a form that is simple, clear and easy to understand is the task of a true philosopher. Through the dichotomy of language there is always a better way to ask a question and in this dialectical interplay with others & ourselves, we align our desires and intentions so as to harmonize and draw closer to that most brilliant star; the source of existence and the intelligence by which to realize who we truly are.
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Category Archives: Self Improvement
Cut to the Chase
“The chief task in life is simply this: to identify and separate matters so that I can say clearly to myself which are externals not under my control, and which have to do with the choices I actually control.” – … Continue reading
Posted in Self Improvement
Tagged Peace, Planning, Play, Prayer, Preparing, Prevention, principles, Prioritizing, Probing, prudence, Purpose
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After a 36 hour fast
“I fast for greater physical and mental efficiency.” – Plato Fasting is an age old practice of abstaining from food. Today many are availing of it to enhance their health and wellbeing. This presentation is neither about substantiating nor refuting … Continue reading
Healthy Habits For Writers
“As creative writers, the rubber meets the road while writing, so all the more reason to keep our tires aligned and headed in the right direction.” For those of us who spend a great deal of time writing while seated … Continue reading
Unforeseen Circumstances
While walking on the side of Kenmount Road last Thursday afternoon a passenger in a passing car threw a cup of warm coffee out the window which hit me in the leg. Whether the person was aiming for me or … Continue reading
Posted in Psychology, Self Improvement
Tagged equanimity, ethical responsibility, proactive, Reactivity
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The Chord of Friendship
“Those who wish for good things for their friends for their own sake are friends most of all, since they are that way for themselves and not incidentally; so the friendship of these people lasts as long as they are … Continue reading
Posted in Self Improvement
Tagged Community, cooperation, Fellowship, Friend, Friendship, Well Being
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Embrace all your Emotions
Look at the array of emotions in the diagram above. Try to locate the specific emotion that best represents the state of mind you are presently experiencing. Take a few deep breaths before you begin; this may help you to … Continue reading
Posted in Psychology, Self Improvement
Tagged Emotion Regulation, Emotional Processing, Emotional self-regulation
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Rule the Criminal Mind
“War is the father of all and the king of all; and some he has made gods and some men, some bond and some free… The poet was a fool who wanted no conflict among us, gods or people. Harmony … Continue reading
Posted in Creative Writing, Psychology, Self Improvement
Tagged creativity, Criminal, Julius Caesar, mythology, Rehabilitation, Ruling
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Face Fear in the Dark
“But there is no reason to live and no limit to our miseries if we let our fears predominate.” —SENECA, MORAL LETTERS, 13.12b Eventually my fear of the dark took a back seat; hardly to raise its head except for … Continue reading
Posted in Psychology, Self Improvement
Tagged desensitization, fear, Nyctophobia, Psychotherapy
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Face Difficulty with Grit
“A path along Mount Scio remains pressed during winter. This is where my ideas for writing is born. These trees hear my song and are glad.” My morning walks are more challenging this time of year. There is plenty of … Continue reading
Posted in Philosophy, Self Improvement
Tagged courage, Determination, Exercise, Grit, Perseverance, Resolve
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