What’s on the Inside
Philosophy isn’t about outward displays. That’s not important anyway. It’s what’s on the inside that counts.
Month: April 2024
Your Character Guides Your Truth
You’re a character! You’re different from everyone else in the world. And that means that what’s right and rational behavior for you is different, too.
How Incredibly Small We Are
We are tiny in the grand scheme of things. Look at nature and that will become obvious.
Wanting = Working
The more you want things, the more you have to work. That’s the trade-off. Are you okay with that?
Look At It from a Different Angle
If something seems important or grand, try looking at it from a simpler perspective.
It’s Just Training
Stuff happens in training. You might get popped in the face. Assume the best, and let it go — instead of harboring suspicion and anger.
It’s Okay to Be Wrong
In fact, it’s good! If you were never wrong, it would mean you weren’t learning or growing.
Body, Breath, Mind: You Only Control the Last
Your body and your breath are largely beyond your control. But your mind is yours alone, and it’s where you should focus your energies.
The Rational Person Looks Inward
If you strive to be a rational person, you must focus on what you can control: that means looking inside yourself.
