Have you ever had a mind-blowing universe altering idea in the shower? Like, the kind of an idea that could revolutionized breakfast, end procrastination forever, or maybe – just maybe – solve world peace and make you rich before lunch?…
The Great Debate: Hobbes vs Rousseau Imagine two people- let’s call them Tommy & Ricky. Tommy is convinced that humans are selfish, greedy and will do whatever it takes to survive, even if it means throwing their own grandmother under…
As the sun streamed through the kitchen window on that bright Sunday morning, I was filled with zeal to demonstrate my culinary skills to my friends. The idea of whipping up some delicious pancakes from scratch excited me as I…
I vividly recall one evening, right after engaging in the usual rigors of university life and unwinding the comfort of our shared room, when out of the blue, one of my friend brought up a thought provoking concept: “what if…
We all know that feeling—the sudden, overwhelming urge to drop everything and disappear into the mountains or live off the grid. It’s more than just a fleeting fantasy; it’s a call from deep within, a universal quest for simplicity and…
Let’s be honest: when someone wrongs us, the immediate, almost instinctual reaction is often a desire for revenge. This response is deeply rooted in our inherent social tendencies and the drive to restore balance. The concept of revenge is glamorous…
In my last post, “The Inner Conflict: Id and Superego – Anxiety and Your Path to Personal Empowerment”, we explored the tension between the id and superego and how it manifests as anxiety. Building upon that foundation, let’s delve into the…
Self improvement begins with the philosophy of of volatility. It’s hard not to sympathize today when you look around and observe billionaires don’t seem all that happy. Real problem is that we are machines, hungry for meaning and purpose yet…
This essay explores the four stages of learning—Unconscious Incompetence, Conscious Incompetence, Conscious Competence, and Unconscious Competence. It delves into how humility, gratitude, and the Dunning-Kruger effect influence our journey towards mastering new skills and achieving personal growth.
