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29 Apr, 05:37
Power - the core arbiter of moralityIt is generally believed that moral values are based on principles innate to the human psyche. To many of us, the ideals of equality and justice seem as natural as the desire to survive and prosper.However, if one were to look beneath the surface of the supposed ‘noble human values’, one would find that the basis of these morals is not rooted in abstract ideas but in the exercise of power by those who wield it the most at a point in time.Slavery and the lesser humans Human history is rife with instances of slavery, in its various forms, being considered not only normal but in accordance with the natural order of things. Things like enslavement of people from other tribes and the race-based hierarchy have been considered morally justifiable by their contemporary ethical standards.Colonialism and civilisation Odd as it may seem to those unawareHuman Nature
22 Mar, 11:10
The Tolerance Paradox (Part II)While it may seem that a society that accepts every viewpoint with equal respect would be a utopia, the ground reality is that not everyone is willing to work together for a common goal.No matter how good a system is, there will always be flaws. There will always be people who would exploit the goodness of others for their nefarious purposes.Complacency, apathy and tolerance for the intolerantWhile a society that respects diversity tends to be more productive and harmonious, there comes a point where the flaws become too serious to ignore. Often in moderately to highly liberal societies, degenerate behaviour begins to flourish, to the detriment of the otherwise harmonious folk.Addictions, unhealthy habits and degeneracy become normalised as 'choice', and the media tends to promote this narrative of 'choices without consequences'.Moral valuesHuman Nature
22 Mar, 09:07
The Tolerance Paradox (Part I)Human nature is inherently prone to divisiveness and conflict. Therefore, it seems logical that encouraging tolerance of diverse beliefs, opinions and behaviour would reduce, and possibly minimise, conflict and resulting violence.However, even a cursory glance at the world around us reveals an entirely different state of affairs. It is apparent that many, if not most, people advocate tolerance only to push their viewpoints for broader acceptance, while vilifying others' viewpoints.It's crucial to weigh the different aspects of the matter at hand if one is to judge when, where, and how much tolerance is appropriate under a given set of conditions.The potential of harmonious growthGiven the diversity of human society, respect for differing opinions, faiths, customs, and ways of life enhances social harmony and can lead to better living conditionsHuman Nature
7 Mar, 17:35
Countering DogmaCountless prominent philosophers have emphasised the importance of rational thinking in human life. However, we often abandon reason in favour of the most pernicious enemy of intellect and rationality – commonly known as dogma.The term ‘dogma’ refers to a set of principles or beliefs that have been accepted as being true, and one may not debate or challenge them. Authority figures and even common people ostracise and punish those who dare question the irrationality of such beliefs.Generally, we use the word dogma to refer to religious fundamentalism, but dogmatic behaviour manifests in several facets of human life. From culture to politics, from education to science, dogma exists everywhere.Here are the most common types of dogma:1. Religious dogma: Religious authorities and their ardent followers preach and propagate divine revelations, commandments, moralHuman Nature
8 Feb, 18:30
The Noble Façade of Equality and JusticeHuman civilisation relies on certain principles and conventions that are held to be the foundations of a just society. It is widely believed that in the absence of these ideals, humans shall fall prey to their chaotic, brute nature. The two most significant of these ideals are: Equality and Justice.It is undeniable that humans intrinsically crave power - over their own destinies as well as the lives and choices of others. This is where hypocrisy comes into play, for beneath the noble rhetoric of Equality and Justice lies raw self-interest, whether in an individual way or for the ingroup.One may consider the case of the French Revolution as a classic example of this hypocrisy. The quest for "liberté, égalité, fraternité" devolved into dictatorship and guillotines for rivals, rather than universal well-being.Contemporary examples of thisHuman Nature
17 Jan, 12:41
Perils of an unexamined lifeDuring his trial in Athens around 399 BCE, the renowned Greek philosopher Socrates declared that “the unexamined life is not worth living” (ὁ δὲ ἀνεξέταστος βίος οὐ βιωτὸς ἀνθρώπῳ). He had been accused of impiety and corrupting the youth through his relentless questioning of the Athenian beliefs. His defiance ultimately led to his death sentence.It is pertinent to examine the reasons behind his stance and unwillingness to cease his inquiry into various facets of life. It wasn’t mere bravado that made him defiant but his commitment to εὐδαιμονία (virtuous well-being). While humans can exist without ever engaging in rational scrutiny of their lives, such a life is devoid of wisdom and moral growth and can be equated with that of animals.An unexamined life breeds profound risks, such as - 1. Ignorance masquerading as wisdom: One may cling to irrationalHuman Nature
31 Dec 2025, 14:45
Cogito, ergo sumOne of the most notable quotes in Philosophy is René Descartes’s first principle: Cogito, ergo sum. It’s a Latin phrase which means “I think, therefore I am”. That which cannot think, does not exist. Ancient Greek philosophers such as Aristotle and Parmenides have expressed similar views regarding consciousness and existence.While there have been critiques of the said phrase and what it intrinsically implies, most philosophers agree that our ability to think, to perceive and to be conscious of it affirms our existence. It can, therefore, also be argued that thinking is a critical part of our existence. Socrates’s dictum “ὁ δὲ ἀνεξέταστος βίος οὐ βιωτὸς ἀνθρώπῳ” which may be literally translated as “but the unexamined life is not livable for a man” supports this statement.While the wise men eternally argue over the specifics of virtues and moral principles thatHuman Nature
17 Oct 2025, 05:43
The subjective nature of wisdomAs humans, we often assume that wisdom is universal—that what’s true in one man’s life must apply equally well to another. Nothing could be further from the truth.Imagine a primitive man (Mr A), who has spent his entire life in the cold solitude of snowy mountains. His routine involves seeking warmth, conserving body heat, and surviving icy winds. Let’s now picture him talking to another primitive man (Mr B) who has lived forever in a scorching desert.Mr B tells him how difficult desert life is, but Mr A finds it hard to believe it could be any worse than his own frozen abode. He’s inclined to think that if he were to live where Mr B does, his life would be very comfortable. Similarly, Mr B would find it difficult to accept that a life without scorching heat could be any less than a paradise.Both Mr A & Mr B have a mere theoretical understanding ofHuman Nature
13 Aug 2025, 14:29edited
The Morality Conundrum: Good, Evil, and HypocrisyIn the course of our lives, we are often tempted to act upon our innate desires, even when they conflict with prevailing wisdom. Many times, we find ourselves yearning for things and actions that threaten to disrupt the social order and the professed civility of the modern world.The prominent among our forefathers tried multiple ways to establish certain “ground rules” to be obeyed by all. Sometimes, these took the form of divine will, purportedly conveyed through kings who were said to represent the will of the gods. At other times, a saintly figure would prescribe a moral code. In many other cases, the will of the people would form the basis of morality and ethics.The downside of such moral codes is glaring—the imposition of the will of the majority over the unwilling minority. Another problem is the abuse of authority andHuman Nature
30 Oct 2024, 15:34
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21 Jun 2024, 05:58
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9 May 2024, 17:59
Breaking your Upper LimitMost people hold themselves back from real happiness. Most people don’t want to be happy, which is why they aren’t. They just don’t realize this is the case. People are programmed to chase their foremost desire at almost any cost. (Imagine the adrenaline-fueled superhuman powers people develop in life-or-death emergencies.) It’s just a matter of what that foremost desire is. Often enough, it’s comfort. Or familiarity. There are many reasons people thwart the feeling of happiness, but a lot of them have to do with assuming it means giving up on achieving more.Nobody wants to believe happiness is a choice, because that puts responsibility in their hands. It’s the same reason people self-pity: to delay action, to make an outcry to the universe, as though the more they state how bad things are, the more likely it is that someone else will change them. HappinessHuman Nature
2 May 2024, 13:36
Separate Correlation From Causation 2/2In a lot of cases, correlations are nothing more than flukes or chance, yet we rapidly jump to causal thoughts. When evaluating cause and effect, the default mental model should always be to separate correlation from causation and not assume a causal relationship unless you can definitively say so. As we gain more life experience, causal factors become a little more complex. There are more conditions, underlying motives, and elements that affect events. Sometimes it’s hard to point to a singular cause, because it’s hard to say that it acted alone or wasn’t the product of multiple mini-causes.This process involves looking past the immediate reason things happen (the proximate cause) and searching for certain greater, more fundamental basis that things happen (the root cause). The proximate cause is to the root cause as correlation is to plainHuman Nature
2 May 2024, 13:36
Separate Correlation From Causation: How to understand what truly needs to be addressed to solve a problemIn efforts to understand why certain events happen, we must go looking for instigating factors. It’s only logical that we try to find a previous event directly responsible for causing the event we’re looking at. This is what we should spend our time trying to fix, but it turns out that we might be spending all of our time on the wrong issue. We’re fooled into confusing correlation for causation. Therefore, separating correlation from causation is essential to avoid making incorrect assumptions.Correlation is a statistical term. It shows that two individual elements or variables share similar traits or trends—“ice cream and homicides both increased.” That’s all there is to correlation: two things behave similarly in this way or that way. Correlation does not describe why or howHuman Nature
21 Apr 2024, 08:39
No one can see above himself: Understanding Others through Self-ReflectionOur perception of the world is limited by our own experiences, biases, and assumptions. This means that we can never truly understand another person's perspective, no matter how hard we try. However, we can get closer to understanding others by reflecting on our own experiences and biases. We are all limited by our own perspective and experiences. We can only see and understand what we are capable of seeing and understanding. This is why it is so important to be open-minded and to surround ourselves with people who are different from us. By doing so, we can expand our horizons and learn to see the world in new and different ways.“No one can see above himself. By this I mean that a person can see in another only as much as he himself possesses, and he can understand another only in proportion to his own mind.Human Nature
19 Apr 2024, 14:35
Do not live in a HurryTo know how to separate things is to know how to enjoy them. Many finish their fortune sooner than their life: they run through pleasures without enjoying them, and would like to go back when they find they have over-leaped the mark. Postilions of life, they increase the ordinary pace of life by the hurry of their own calling. They devour more in one day than they can digest in a whole life-time; they live in advance of pleasures, eat up the years beforehand, and by their hurry get through everything too soon. Even in the search for knowledge there should be moderation, lest we learn things better left unknown. We have more days to live through than pleasures. Be slow in enjoyment, quick at work, for men see work ended with pleasure, pleasure ended with regret.#HumanNature♡ ㅤ ⎙ㅤ ⌲ 🔕💪 ˡᶦᵏᵉ ˢᵃᵛᵉ ˢʰᵃʳᵉ ᵏⁱⁿᵈˡʸ ᵘⁿᵐᵘᵗᵉ ᶜʰᵃⁿⁿᵉˡ Join now👇👇👇 @Laws_of_Human_NatureHuman Nature
16 Apr 2024, 21:20
Empowerment through Choice: Shaping Your Own DestinyIn this world, there are two types of people: those who choose, and those who are chosen. The ones who choose are the ones who have agency, who are in control of their own destiny. They are the ones who make the decisions, who take the risks, and who shape their own lives. The ones who are chosen are the ones who are at the mercy of others, who are subject to the whims of fate. They are the ones who are told what to do, who are given opportunities, and who are defined by the choices of others.In a world where so much is out of our control, it is essential to be the one who does the choosing. When we choose, we take responsibility for our own lives. We decide what we want to do, who we want to be, and where we want to go. We create our own destiny, rather than letting it be created for us. Of course, choosing is not always easy. ItHuman Nature
14 Apr 2024, 09:02
StoicismIt is a system of ethics examining how to lead a virtuous life and find joy in the face of adversity. The core of Stoic thinking is based on logic and reason as a means of understanding oneself and one’s surroundings. Its focus is on moral autonomy and responsibility – Stoics believe individuals have control over their own destiny, provided they think logically, live virtuously, and exercise their free will. As such, Stoics strive to remain indifferent to external matters in order to focus more fully on cultivating their character, which can be done by remaining true to virtuous ideals like temperance, courage, wisdom, justice, and moderation.At its heart Stoicism teaches self-discipline: stability in life comes when we learn not to respond emotionally or hastily to events outside our control—like loss or pain—and instead focus on what is within our power—our thoughts andHuman Nature
12 Apr 2024, 13:42
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10 Jan 2024, 10:44
LiberationYou pay a greater price for being so nice and deferential than for consciously showing your Shadow. First, to follow the latter path you must begin by respecting your own opinions more and those of others less, particularly when it comes to your areas of expertise, to the field you have immersed yourself in. Trust your native genius and the ideas you have come up with.Second, get in the habit in your daily life of asserting yourself more and compromising less. Do this under control and at opportune moments. Third, start caring less what people think of you. You will feel a tremendous sense of liberation. Fourth, realize that at times you must offend and even hurt people who block your path, who have ugly values, who unjustly criticize you. Use such moments of clear injustice to bring out your Shadow and show it proudly. Fifth, feel free to play the impudent, willful child
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