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: Intellect
Where Body-&-Mind Meet
“Philosophy consists in keeping the guardian spirit within us unviolated and unharmed, master of pleasure and pain, doing nothing in a random manner and nothing with falseness or pretence” – Marcus Aurelius It is one thing to say what we … Continue reading
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Tagged Agreement, Cognition, Cognitive, Communication, cooperation, Harmony, Heart, Intellect, Marcus Aurelius, Stoicism
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Understanding First Principles
From my childhood up to the present day, good manners have been second nature to me. Good morning, pardon me, cleaning up after myself, allowing seniors to get on the bus first, apologising for mistakes, waiting patiently in a line … Continue reading
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Tagged Character Development, First Principles, Intellect, Life skills, Mental Clarity, Practical Wisdom, prudence, Thinking, Virtue
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Plotinus – On Providence
How can one account for Providence when we live in a world of so much suffering and bloodshed? Perhaps we are failing to perceive nature aright or we are missing the mark as to conducting our lives in accordance to … Continue reading
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Tagged Enneads, Intellect, Logos, Morning Mood, Plotinus, Providence, rational forming principle, Universe, World Soul
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