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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Tag Archives: equanimity
Remain Sound In Mind
“It is possible to form no judgement about this and not to be disturbed in your mind; things in themselves do not have the nature to create our judgements.” Marcus Aurelius Besides proper nutrition, physical exercise, appropriate rest and all … Continue reading
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Tagged Ataraxia, equanimity, Judgement, Marcus Aurelius, Stoicism
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Avoid Unnecessary Suffering
‘Suffering is neither unendurable nor everlasting, if you keep its limits in mind and do not add to it through your own imagination.’ – Epicurus Whether grieving loss or separation, or experiencing the tension of fatigue or anxiety, the reins … Continue reading
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Tagged Ataraxia, equanimity, Foresight, Suffering, Virtue
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Attain Peace of Mind
“There is nowhere that a person can find a more peaceful and trouble free retreat than in his own mind, especially if he has within himself the kind of thoughts that let him dip into them and so at once … Continue reading
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Tagged Ataraxia, Contentment, equanimity, eudaimonia, Peace, Repose, serenity, Tranquility
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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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