Take a moment and imagine yourself on a rollercoaster, with the wind in your hair and the adrenaline running through your veins. You’re living life to the fullest. Now, in your mind strip away what makes the rollercoaster possible, the tracks. Scary, right? Without precisely laid tracks to guide the coaster, you get total mayhem. Life is a crazy ride demanding a balance of freedom and structure. To genuinely relish the highs and navigate the inevitable lows, we need order to provide us with a feeling of direction and purpose to enjoy the experience. Today, we’ll explore how embracing this balance empowers us to live a vibrant life.
Ep 72. Cactus Hugs And Buffalo Storms
Today, I have two different metaphors to offer you: the idea of Hugging The Cactus and nature’s example of Buffalo Running Into The Storm. Life, much like a desert, presents challenges that can feel as prickly as a cactus, yet by facing them head-on, we discover the strength to endure and overcome.
Kindness Is Never Wasted
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Love Truth
Those who know the truth are not equal to those who love it. ~ Confucius
The Duty Of A Philosopher
The duty of the philosopher is to find the truth everywhere. ~ Nicolaus Copernicus
First Burn Within
What you wish to ignite in others must first burn within yourself. ~ Aurelius Augustinus
Salt Was Worth Its Weight In Gold
During Roman times, salt was worth its weight in gold and often used as currency. Soldiers were sometimes paid in salt, hence the word “salary”.
Educating The Heart
Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all. ~ Aristotle
The Oldest Vegetable
The pea is the oldest known vegetable.
Yakhchāl
As early as 400 BCE, Persians engineered ancient refrigerators called Yakhchāl. They enjoyed ice in the heat of the desert.