First Principles – A Good Way To Think For Yourself

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We are being bombarded by information. Each day when we turn on our phones, we receive information from many different kinds of media. All of them shape our minds and perspectives. Consciously or unconsciously, we are being conditioned by the information we are exposed to. It’s mostly a bad thing because we become susceptible to … Read more

Cultivating Equanimity

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One of the best ways to build a sound mental foundation is to cultivate equanimity. It is a state of calmness and stability not disturbed by what’s happening externally. It’s a psychological state to strive for. Many religions and ancient philosophies have highlighted the importance of equanimity. Equanimity is essentially a mindful state without any … Read more

The Concept Of Ichi-go Ichi-e

Ichi-go ichi-e, literally means ‘one encounter, in this lifetime’ or ‘once in a lifetime encounter’. It’s a Japanese tea ceremony concept which came from the master Sen no Rikyu. In traditional tea ceremony, it’s important that the host (the one who serves tea) provide the best possible experience for the guest(s) (the one who receives … Read more