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
Face Difficulty with Grit
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Enable noble desires to surface
We could say that every human desire – no matter how narcissistic or indulging – has some trace of goodness to it; some small intent to attain what is beneficial. This would imply that there are desires more advantageous than … Continue reading
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Tagged altruism, aversions, courage, cowardice, desires, Ethics, noble desire, rashness, vice, Virtue
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Rediscover your Kindred Star
“Aim for the brightest star to know who you truly are!” My personal mission statement can also be treated as an allegory by which to reveal more subtle layers of being. It is a reminder to reach for what is … Continue reading
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Tagged Ethics, Heraclitus, mission statement, Plotinus, Solitude, Virtue
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Turn problems into solutions
“This is the mark of perfection of character—to spend each day as if it were your last, without frenzy, laziness, or any pretending.” – Marcus Aurelius The manner in which we turn problems into solutions will largely reflect on our … Continue reading
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Tagged Ethics, Paradigm Shift, Problem Solving, Virtue
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Know what’s within your control
“Above all, it is necessary for a person to have a true self-estimate, for we commonly think we can do more than we really can.” — Seneca, On Tranquility of Mind, 5.2 It may be cute to see a young … Continue reading
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Tagged Humility, principles, Realistic, Unpretentious, Virtue
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Exercise Prudence with Integrity
“Allow yourself to think only those thoughts that match your principles and can bear the bright light of day. Day by day, your choices, your thoughts, your actions fashion the person you become. Your integrity determines your destiny.” ― Heraclitus … Continue reading
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Tagged Integrity, principles, prudence, Virtue
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Creative Writing Tips #5
“Deliberation (consilium) is a certain sort of inquiry that proceeds from certain things to other things; this is the work of reason.” – ST II-II Q49 A5 (Click on the the media player to listen to the podcast as you … Continue reading
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Tagged Creative Writing, creativity, Decision, Deliberation, Execution, Exercises, Focus, Intention, Obstacles, Order, tips, Writing
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Creative Writing Tips #3
“Withdraw into yourself and look, if you do not yet therein discover beauty, do as the artist, who cuts off, polishes and purifies, until he has adorned his statue with all the marks of beauty.” – Plotinus (Click on the … Continue reading
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Philosopher Muse 