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            Conflicts arise when ideas and views on something differ. This conflict is a reason for both sides to reexamine the evidence and truth. Buddha said do not accept and believe just because something has been passed along and retold through the years. Do not believe just because some practice has become customary Do not […]

A father said to his son, “You graduated with honors. Here is a Volkswagen Beetle that I bought many years ago… It is over 50 years old, but before I give it to you, take it to a dealership downtown and ask how much they are offering you.” The son went to the dealership, came

Life Doesn’t Have to Be a Struggle: Simple Ways Anyone Can Feel Lighter and Happier Every Day Picture this: You’re walking through a sunny park. The path feels smooth under your feet. Birds sing softly. Your shoulders are relaxed, and your mind feels peaceful. No rushing, no heavy weight on your chest. Just easy steps

Buddhism doesn’t solve this riddle intellectually; it offers a clear path: see through the illusions of self, and suffering falls away naturally. This post outlines three progressive paradoxes of the “observer,” rooted in key Buddhist teachings. These are practical insights, not abstract theory, to guide direct experience. 1. The Myth of a Solid “I”We usually

LeHow Society Quietly Destroys Our Minds: Lessons from Arthur Schopenhauer Hello, friends—young and old, curious minds of every age. Imagine sitting under a big, quiet tree on a sunny afternoon, with no phones buzzing, no crowds pushing, and no one telling you what to think. Your thoughts flow like a clear stream. Now picture the

In a world obsessed with youth and quick wins, the idea of reinventing yourself often feels reserved for the young and ambitious. But what if the real barrier isn’t age—it’s the fear of time slipping away? Many people stare at the calendar and think, “It’ll take me five years to get good at this. By

Seeking the TRUTH! A Cautionary Tale from China’s e-CNY In an era where convenience reigns supreme, the idea of phasing out physical cash like the US dollar in favor of fully electronic payments sounds appealing. Imagine a world where every transaction is seamless, traceable, and integrated into a digital ecosystem. Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs)

Negative Thoughts that lead to fear of any kind, habit thoughts, that you react to and repeat repeatedly are like a hamster on running on it circle treadmill. Fear and despair keep us from awakening; and we are locked into a repetitive pattern confined, that reflects back repeating and enforcing the fears. An imagined fear

The concept of what constitutes a “religion” lacks a single universal definition, as scholars, philosophers, and legal systems often propose varying criteria. However, one common framework—drawn from dictionary definitions, philosophical analyses, and comparative religious studies—identifies three core elements necessary for a belief system to be classified as a religion in the traditional sense: What are

Future Introduction: The Seductive Power of Deception In an era of rampant misinformation and polarized discourse, emotional lies—those manipulative narratives that prey on fear, resentment, hope, and pride—pose a profound threat to democratic societies. Drawing from historical examples of authoritarian regimes, the insights of philosopher Hannah Arendt, and the groundbreaking Milgram Obedience Experiment, we can