Almost ubiquitously we are suggested that we have to make big money in order to lead a good life. And even if money is not inevitably bad, it is usually so: who is unhappy with little money, will not be happy even with a lot of money. In this article we will look at how this can be...
Zen is a part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. This ancient Buddhist practice, known as Zen Buddhism, is used throughout Asia and beyond to achieve serenity, clarity, and better mental well-being. But is Zen really just another "Eastern" lifestyle, or is it also for us humans....
The other day, in front of the wine rack in the supermarket, a thought occurred to me, which I would like to share. It was not a very large wine rack, about five to seven meters long, yet there were hundreds of types of wine. Whether white, red, rose or sparkling wines; of each type of wine there were quite a few grape varieties, which were offered by different wine presses. However...
Are you familiar with the philosophy of Zen, but curious as to whether it is more like Daoism or Buddhism? Through a careful examination and comparison of the two teachings and their beliefs, we will answer this very question. Before we go into detail about the two schools of thought and how they overlap with Zen,...
When it comes to broadening our horizons, a little bit of wisdom can sometimes make an enormous difference. This is especially true of quotes attributed to the famous thinker René Descartes and his passion for philosophy. Over the centuries, his words have been used by people searching for their own answers in the...
Philosophy is easily dismissed as an abstract discipline that has no application in the real world. Yet the truth is that its theories and principles are key elements in the foundations of almost all of today's sciences. Everything from biology to engineering has its roots in philosophy - and it can be argued that this...
The other day I stumbled across a quote that Confucius said about 2500 years ago, but is still as relevant today as it was then. Humility is the foundation of all virtues. Confucius So let's take a look at humility, a virtue that seems to have taken a back seat in our fast-paced, self-centered world. Yet.
"A man's character is his destiny." Heraclitus This ancient saying comes from the pre-Socratic philosopher Heraclitus. More than two thousand years later, this phrase is still relevant; it speaks of the power of our character to determine our destiny. But who was Heraclitus? And what can we learn from his wisdom? Who was Heraclitus? Heraclitus (535-475...
Epictetus, the Greek philosopher, once said, "How long will you wait before you demand the best for yourself?" This quote has stood the test of time and is still relevant today. It's human nature to settle for less, but Epictetus' words encourage us to strive for higher and achieve the best....
You may have come across this phrase a time or two. But what exactly is it about the fall of the dice, where does this statement come from and why is it still used today? In today's article we will take a closer look at all of these questions and more. Origin Alea...
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