It is high time to let go of the 21st century dysfunctional concept of “Society is responsible for fixing my sense of need for approval, and for fixing "my need to feel accepted.” On the other hand, this in no way negates our individual duty to "do unto others as we would have them do… Continue reading The fallacy of: “Society must be responsible for “my personal Right to be accepted for who i am .”
Month: March 2022
King Edward Elementary School – Moose Jaw Saskatchewan 1966 – 1967
Mr. Greenshields the vice-principal, and grade 7 math and sciences teacher, was the playground nazi, and Richard and I were wrestling on the playground. Mr. G. told us in no uncertain terms to stop wrestling, so we stopped. As soon as Mr. G. went around the corner, we started again…. When he came back…. well…… Continue reading King Edward Elementary School – Moose Jaw Saskatchewan 1966 – 1967
Self-identity vs. Reality
Who we identify ourselves as (who do i say that i am...or think i am) has a direct impact on our sense of well-being, safety and inner calm. Especially in these tumultuous times. Depression can be our "spidey sense" (warning) saying that our reality vs. the sense of "who am i" are in conflict. Cognitive… Continue reading Self-identity vs. Reality
Basic Self-Inquiry Method
Here is a very specific self- inquiry practice for those who might be interested. i have mentioned this in other posts, but this is short and to the point.....Just would like to say that this is how i learned to resolve deep hurt once and for all, instead of continuing to ruminate on it..... (basic… Continue reading Basic Self-Inquiry Method
Superpersonhood
We have always known that the creative forces which have put this physical universe in place were beyond definition .... so awesome ... beyond understanding ....... but regardless, we have always tried to contemplate the nature of it. Our concepts of personhood don't really help us in our contemplations. The English language, and possibly all… Continue reading Superpersonhood
What does “society” mean? Can we as humans live without it? (Can we as humans live with it??)
What does "society" mean? Can we as humans live without it? (Can we as humans live with it??) i have been attentively watching what the latest studies on the human brain are finding, to see if they reaffirm the concept that we as humans, are basically a blank sheet (can go either way..... good or… Continue reading What does “society” mean? Can we as humans live without it? (Can we as humans live with it??)
12 rules for Life – an antidote to Chaos – Jordan Peterson
12 Rules for Life. 1 Stand up straight with your shoulders straight.2 Treat yourself like someone you are responsible for helping.3 Befriend people who want the best for you.4 Compare yourself to who you were yesterday, not the useless person you are today.5 Do not let your children do anything that makes you dislike them.6… Continue reading 12 rules for Life – an antidote to Chaos – Jordan Peterson
Reality is Dharma 