The psychological phenomenon because of which Napoleon failed: Illusory superiority
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The psychological phenomenon because of which Napoleon failed: Illusory superiority

Have you ever felt that you are smarter, more attractive, or more skilled than most people? If so, you may have had the experience of illusory superiority. This is a psychological phenomenon in which people overestimate their own abilities or qualities. Illusory superiority can affect various aspects of our lives, such as...

The power of postponing anger: what we can learn from Seneca's quote
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The power of postponing anger: what we can learn from Seneca's quote

There is no doubt that anger is a natural emotion that we all experience from time to time. However, it is also true that anger often leads to hasty, destructive decisions that we later regret. This is where the following quote from Seneca comes into play, "The best remedy for anger is procrastination." Lucius Anneaus Seneca The...

When all conflicts suddenly become less important: The Overview Effect

When all conflicts suddenly become less important: The Overview Effect

Imagine you are an astronaut. After the shaking of the launch subsides and everything becomes quieter and quieter and more and more distance comes between you and our planet, you see that the curvature of the earth's surface becomes more and more obvious. The longer you look at our earth, the more you feel that your whole perception is changing....

Is there a God in Zen?

Is there a God in Zen?

Zen Buddhism is a school of Mahayana Buddhism traditionally associated with the teachings of the Chinese philosopher Bodhidharma. It emphasizes the practice of meditation and mindfulness as an antidote to the stresses and anxieties of daily life. One question that often arises in connection with Zen Buddhism is whether it believes in some form of God....