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( Civilization and Life - This is an AI-generated image) Freedom I want to tell you a short story. A little girl was diagnosed with heart disease. One of their doctors told her father that she should not go to school alone. The doctor suggested that she should stay home and always have someone accompany her in whatever she does. To heed or not to heed the doctor’s instruction, that is a question. To obey or not to obey, that is also a question. Eventually, the little girl’s f

(This is an AI-generated image) The Guru of Personal Finance, Robert Kiyosaki, stated in his book <<Why the Rich Are Getting Richer>> why job security is already an outdated idea - "Globalization took out blue-collar jobs. Robots will take white-collar jobs." So what's the role of human beings amid such a challenge? Below is an article I wrote a few years ago (probably around 2018), talking about the AI and Imagination. It was written before the emerging and popularity of Cha

Understanding Death through Epicureanism for Self Growth One thing is certain: death is real and absolute. The most potent aspect of death is its impermanence, which can make even the strongest among us feel powerless in the face of life’s vulnerability. Through exploring ancient wisdom, let’s learn to be more courageous, authentic, and aware of the power of philosophical freedom for self-improvement. So how do various philosophers approach the themes of death and impermanenc

A quote about stoicism in colorful mind: “The soul becomes dyed with the color of its thoughts. ” – Marcus Aurelius If you stumbled upon a quote like this, you might wonder, “What does that even mean? How can my thoughts have colors?” Have you ever pondered how your thoughts can shape your perception of the world? From gloomy to vibrant, our mental state has the power to transform our surroundings. In a word, our thoughts shape our reality. (This is AI generated image, not t

Ancient Japanese Shogun, as military leaders and rulers of Japan, possessed wisdom that stemmed from a blend of cultural heritage, strategic thinking, and practical experience. Bushido – Shogun’s Code of Conduct Central to the philosophy of the samurai, bushido is a code of conduct emphasizing virtues such as loyalty, honor, courage, and self-discipline. Shoguns and samurai adhered to these principles, shaping their leadership style and personal growth. Zen Buddhism Many samu