Knowing others, knowing things, is all well and good but to know yourself, to know what makes you “tick” is an essential prerequisite for all greater and deeper knowledge. It is the road to enlightenment.
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Some argue that it is the very belief in God that is required for salvation. This seems odd…why wouldn’t an all-loving super-being reward non-believers who are truly good, and welcome them to heaven? Surely he is not a vain god?! Yet in Exodus it is written “I am a jealous God who will not tolerate your affection for any other gods”. This is a strange proclamation for two reasons. First it suggests he is, in fact, vain. And second, it implies there are other gods…a problem for monotheistic religions in general.
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I was surprised to learn that Robert Oatley was the first winery in the world to use the acronym “GSM”, which stands for a blended red wine made from the Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre grape varieties.
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The highest form of kindness is an altruistic act that is done anonymously.
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Socialism’ tries to ensure that industry and trade are controlled and regulated by, and for, the community as a whole. The simplistic comparison comes down to one system for “me” versus another for “we”.
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These details include tidy entrances, polished glassware, clean washrooms, clear windows (with no finger prints), shiny brass, floors and carpets free from debris, etc. …
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One thing that has become more obvious to us in that the French love bread, and it must be fresh daily … and it is delicious.
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. I mostly stand at the bar as it’s where I often meet interesting folks.
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We rented a home for the month of March. Lourmarin is a vibrant little town with many artists, boutique shops, cafes and some good restaurants.
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Many argue that the main reason for ending the death penalty is that sometimes convictions are erroneous and as a result innocent people have been executed. Others point out that in countries where the death penalty has been abolished there has been a decline in murder rates.
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Thank our lucky stars we have funny people in this world that keep us laughing.
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“…approach living as if it’s an adventure and you’re at the center…not the center of attention but the center in the sense that you’re fully aware and engaged.”
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Soon our rational mind and cooler emotions force us to really look at our partner and to analyze them on a scale of ‘liking’. It’s the make or break moment in any relationship.
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What was novel was the belief that it was possible to work through thoughts and feelings, talk about them, and eventually find a way to change overall attitudes in such a way that they would alter behaviour, in a good way.
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My quarrel with Maslow is basically about context. The ability to achieve the higher needs, like respect from the community or self-actualization, depends on a person’s circumstance.
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You must be willing to make mistakes if you want to find answers.
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Che Guevara once wrote, ‘If you are capable of trembling with indignation each time an injustice is committed in the world, we are comrades….”
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Words may not always be effective or all that useful in communicating.
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Those old black and white films are really just shades of grey. There is very little black and white. A lot like life.
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“In Colorado concept restaurants that serve edibles have sprung up and they only offer one or two selections. Lots of little specialty restaurants are starting to pop up, as well. These restaurants would rarely have people coming in without reservations. “
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