We live in a world where the most revered buildings are not cathedrals or temples but banks and corporate headquarters; the temples of consumerism. The hum of commerce is the chant of worship, and the ceaseless pursuit of wealth has transformed into the highest form of devotion. This is the reality of our modern society,…
Are we really the authors of our lives? Every morning, we wake up to the sound of our alarm clocks, and with that simple act, a cascade of biochemical events begins. Our heart rate increases and our body floods with cortisol, shifting us from the calm state of sleep to the alertness required for the…
Automation: A Life on Repeat Our life on repeat, in an age where technological advancements promise unparalleled convenience and efficiency has become a series of automated cycles. An unrelenting pattern of wake, work, and sleep. This repetitive routine, seemingly a hallmark of modern life, raises critical questions about the nature of our existence, the influence…
*Nathaniel Brandon’s Lecture on the philosophy of Objectivism inspires this article Every debate, every dispute, and every conflict will ultimately resolve itself into fundamental questions of ethics, epistemology, and metaphysics. When these deep-rooted issues arise, most people find themselves bewildered and frustrated, often deciding that thinking about or discussing them is pointless. They conclude that…
How Gratitude Can Improve Quality of Life In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy to focus on what we lack rather than what we have. The constant barrage of advertisements, social media updates, and societal expectations often leaves us feeling inadequate and dissatisfied. However, there is a powerful antidote to this pervasive…
I often find myself lost in between the circadian rhythm of a dream and reality. As someone accustomed to the rhythmic routine of sleep and dreams, I’ve often questioned the nature of our conscious experiences. I find myself questioning the very essence of reality, often asking myself, “How do I know I’m awake? How do…
Every single decision, big or small, represents a pivotal destination in our lives; a goal or milestone that many of us aspire to achieve. From the traditional markers of success like completing education, climbing the career ladder, building a family, to finally resting as a ‘retiree’, our lives have standardized into linear progressions toward a…
In all of our human interactions, kindness embellishes us like a beacon of hope and connection. It’s a trait lauded by cultures around the world, truly hailed as a universal good. Yet, paradoxically, the very people who embody this cherished virtue sometimes find themselves targets of mistreatment and exploitation. This raises a profound question: Why do…
