11 articles
Michael Pollan's latest work challenges the idea that consciousness is merely the brain's computation. He explores the mystery of subjective experience and questions if our current scientific methods can truly grasp the inner world. Pollan suggests that modern life pollutes our consciousness, but moments of awe and certain substances might offer pathways to deeper awareness.
A man's surprising statements about women, leadership, and morality reveal a complex personal philosophy. He initially questions women's roles but later admits he follows them, deriving his sense of good from them.
WatchMojo breaks down the 10 most compelling arguments for God's existence, from the mystery of consciousness to the logic of the cosmological argument. Explore centuries of philosophical thought.
This analysis explores the human tendency to reject reality and its consequences, drawing on philosophical insights to argue for aligning personal will with objective truth as a path to overcoming disappointment and fostering a more meaningful life.
The pursuit of virtues like honesty and kindness, while noble, can paradoxically lead to judgment and resentment. This analysis explores how adhering to moral codes for external validation or self-improvement can be self-defeating, offering a path towards genuine non-judgment through intrinsic motivation and self-interest.
This analysis explores the idea that true love is not for the person themselves, but for the enduring virtues and ideas they embody. It suggests that our deepest connections are with universal principles like kindness and honesty, which transcend mortality and offer a path to lasting remembrance.
This analysis explores the argument against the notion of "my truth" and "your truth," advocating instead for a singular objective reality. It delves into the implications of prioritizing subjective experience over verifiable facts and the potential consequences for societal discourse and accountability.
An analysis of the ancient philosophical and religious distinction between vices, rooted in emotion, and virtues, grounded in reason. It argues that embracing reason leads to clarity, awareness, and a more fulfilling life, offering a fresh perspective on human suffering and well-being.
A deep dive into the nature of envy reveals it as a fundamental misunderstanding of success, rooted in the illusion that rewards come without cost. By reframing effort as the reward itself and learning to 'follow our judgment home,' we can dismantle envy and cultivate genuine self-awareness and fulfillment.
This analysis explores a philosophical perspective that challenges the traditional understanding of evil. It argues that our human-centric definitions of good and bad are subjective and limited, proposing that accepting reality as it is, and reframing wrongdoing as misguidance rather than inherent evil, can lead to greater understanding and peace.
