What is a mature human being?
My Writings
Read my editorials and take away some mindfulness, spiritual practice for your everyday
It’s taken me a lifetime of research and experience to reach this place, where I can clearly see the wisdom of the many seers, sages, and teachers down through the ages who have taught these truths. This has been my Quest in life; the search for Truth. Not my truth, not the truth of other human beings, but the Truth of the Ultimate. When all the digressions, chatter, and waffle, of the human primate are discarded, and the Big Picture is exposed, it is, in fact, simple. So simple that a child can understand it.
Are you prepared for the adventure of exploring your inner being and doing the hard work necessary to find yourself? Will you walk with me along the narrow road to inner peace?
As I studied the religious and political systems of the world, I did so with the idea in mind that I wanted an answer to the question, what kind of human being was produced by each creed and culture? And of course, the big question is, what is a mature human being? That is the question we are going to seek to answer together. It’s not an easy question, and the answer entails a lot of deep thinking. It means opening up our minds to powerful ideas, probably discarding lots of old baggage.
Design Your Mind
Published in January, 2024
The human mind is a complex and powerful entity that has been a subject of fascination and exploration throughout history. In our quest for self-improvement and personal growth, we often seek ways to design and shape our minds to become better versions of ourselves. The brain is malleable, and the subconscious mind believes anything that is fed into it. This allows us to shape our thinking and attitudes. We are not at the mercy of whatever has been imprinted on our brains by our parents, teachers or culture. It is up to us to be free thinkers and decide for ourselves what we want to believe.
The Art and Science of Planning Personal Development
Published in February, 2024
Embarking on the journey of personal development is a transformative endeavour. You might just find it holds the key to unlocking your true potential. However, the path to personal growth is not serendipitous. It has to be thoughtfully planned and then followed in a diligent but flexible way.
How Much Control Do We Have Over Our Lives?
Published in March, 2024
My favourite philosopher, Socrates (470-399 BCE), said, “An unexamined life is not worth living.” When we begin the lifelong journey along the narrow road of examining our life and gaining self-knowledge and self-improvement, we become philosophers. The term philosophy comes from two Greek words: philos, which means friend or love, and sophia, which means wisdom. The true philosopher, or “lover of wisdom,” is committed to living a thoughtful and self-disciplined life in the pursuit of truth and reality.
The Chapters of Life
Published in April, 2024
Life is a journey made in stages. Each one presents its own unique challenges, moments of joy and opportunities to grow. Our ancestors began exploring the idea that life is a series of stages millennia ago, the Hindu rishis (sages) being among the first to do so. Since then, the idea has been explored through the different systems of understanding that we have developed across the ages. In our era, it is psychologists such as Erik Erikson who have perhaps done the most to shape our thinking on it.
Lasting Relationships
Published in May, 2024
In the fast-paced, ever-changing world we live in, lasting relationships have become increasingly precious and vital. These bonds are the cornerstone of our emotional well-being and are essential for our personal and professional growth. Research has shown that people with strong social connections tend to live longer, experience less stress, and enjoy better mental health. Relationships also provide a safety net in times of crisis and offer opportunities for personal and professional development.