This post was actually preceded by 3 long and dramatic posts on depression that I wrote while going through the thick of it. Now about 4 months later, I decided that those posts were too personal and have removed them in place of this post below. Amazingly enough, I am pretty happy now just a … Continue reading Depression
The Universe is not Binary
I have come to believe that there is no such thing as good vs evil. The more I learn about the world, the more I realize just how infinitely complicated it is. Although the human brain is incredibly powerful, it's impossible for the brain to understand all of the information in the universe. Even all … Continue reading The Universe is not Binary
The Church of No Free-Will
Think about something you've accomplished or a characteristic you are proud of... now consider that you probably had no say in it's manifestation. Your intelligence? No contribution on your part. Your nationality? You had no choice. Your physical ability? Thank your mom & dad. What about all of your wealth that you've accumulated throughout your … Continue reading The Church of No Free-Will
Wealth Inequality Pt. 2: Potential Solution
This is a thought experiment into a possible solution for how we can improve the issue of wealth inequality. The idea takes the concept of wealth distribution and re-frames it into an inter-generational system. So, how do we structure a better society so the ability to pursue a meaningful life is attainable for everyone? How … Continue reading Wealth Inequality Pt. 2: Potential Solution
Wealth Inequality Pt 1: Diagnosis
Wealth inequality has become a huge source of division in America. The have's are only gaining more while the have-not's feel like they are in an unwinnable race. The solutions proposed by either sides of the political spectrum seem to lack compromise and forward thought. The calls for a socialist system ignore the importance of … Continue reading Wealth Inequality Pt 1: Diagnosis
Book Review: Self-Compassion
It has been about a month since I started this book and a week since I have finished it, and I can tell that this is going to be one of the more transformative books that I have read or will read. I can't say that it will have the same effect on everyone as … Continue reading Book Review: Self-Compassion
Perception
Why do we struggle so much with how we are perceived by the world? As I write these blog posts, a part of me wonders what my friends and family would think if they were to see this. Even worse, another part of me is more worried about what the casual acquaintance or someone I … Continue reading Perception
Principles
So I read a lot of self improvement books in an attempt to better myself and gain some clarity about this crazy experience of life that I'm apart of. One of the recent one's was the book "Principles" by Ray Dalio. Dalio breaks the book up into two section: life principles and work principles, with … Continue reading Principles
Intentions
This is a new experience for me... And that is part of my intention for starting this new blog. I am seeking a new experience to help me grow as an individual and improve how I interact with myself and the world. At the outset of this blog I am going to leave everything anonymous … Continue reading Intentions
Gaining Ground Blog 