Why We Are Self-Destructive
When we arrest our own expression of life force, either individually or collectively, we turn the force of desire against ourselves and become self-destructive.
Category : Philosophy : Society & Culture & Entertainment
Louis Althusser: Hailing, Interpellation, and the Subject of Mass Media
The philosopher, Louis Althusser, imposes a critical analysis on the modern mass media as a cultural power capable of wielding great influence upon their audiences. He suggests that this is accomplished through the processes of hailing and interpolation, whereby viewers are attracted to the narrativ
Of Fools Like Me - Eccentrics in a Spiritual Asylum
Around the corner from me lives Subramaniam. When I sit here at my window, I see him as he rolls by, white-haired, chubby faced, rotund. Although he must be at least 65 years old, there is still something childlike about him.
Accumulation of Consequences to Values and the Demons of Knowledge
Once amongst the samurai an insult often carried deadly consequences. This was due to the values that in themselves could be counted as demons of knowledge, since the amount of deaths that were accumulated by such values of cause of consequence that demanded as a retribution the death of an individu
Rene Descartes
Rene Descartes made the statement "Je pense donc je suis," in his Discourse on Method. That statement translated from French means "I think, therefore I am". This is a very powerful thought and I will cover how true this statement is and how it can be used as a building block of
Going Deeper
Where do we find our security? What is it that we couldn't do without? So, if not spiritual beliefs, what can we hold on to? Actually . . . nothing.
Prisons, Societies Anger and Innate Characteristics of Mob Mentality Vengence
Some have asked why do we wish to take away the Color TV sets and Weight Rooms at the prisons? Is it societies need for Vengeance? Vengeance is a human trait indeed and even if people deny it, it still shows in the way they vote some say.
On the Non-Necessity of Intelligent Design, But Otherwise Its Sufficiency
Many consider Intelligent Design a clever re-imaging of Creationism, but regardless the topic of evolution vs. divine intervention remains controversial. But let's accept the premise that evolution can explain the emergence of complex life. What then becomes of Intelligent Design? Logic, and th
Attaining Perfection In Their Work Has To Be A Major Goal
There are all kinds of wedding photographers in York. The one you really want for your job is the one who is constantly working on techniques, lighting and uses the most sophisticated equipment.
Having Productive Philosophical Conversations
When discussing complex topics such as philosophy, skillful conversation becomes even more important. This article contains some suggestions for how to have more productive philosophical discussions.
The Coming War With Russia(Part Three - Magog)
In parts one and two we pointed out Gog, more than Magog, how Russia was going to get involved, and we were looking at a few scriptures.In other writings I wrote about the coming dictator, and in still others, the Middle East Confederation (in particular in the book, "The Last Trumpet, and the
Maximizing Benefit On All Sides
Each side in any debate has a core legitimate motive. Achieving benefit is about supporting what each side is right about while eliminating what it is wrong about.
Plato's Republic, Book II - Summary
Summary of Book II of Plato's Republic
World Peace And Success Of Our Children Made Impossible By The Media - A Vision Failed For Ratings!
I remember when I was reading about Ted Turner, one of the thing that struck me was the fact that his vision was peace through the flow of information. That is one of the main reasons he came up with a channel that most of us know. That by informing people of what was going on around the world we wo
Conformists and Non-conformists
Quite a lot of people believe that in this world there are conformists, a.k.a. "mindless sheep", the people who do things because "that's what everyone does" - and, conversely, don't do something because "nobody else is doing it". People also believe that ther
Economic Development Versus Economic Nourishment - A False Argument
Many have argued that while economic development is important, economic nourishment is even more important, but I do not see it as one or the other. Why you ask? Well it's simple really, because capitalism, which provides economic development also provides for the needs and desires of those who
3D Information vs 2D Images and Text
In future the emphasis of learning, work and pleasure will be in a 3D format rather than the flat earth method of 2D images and text.This article introduces the concept that we will have a major culture upheaval in the next few years.
If You Could Live For 1,000 Years Would This Completely Change Your Life's Focus?
What if you could live for 1,000 years, would you change your life's focus? What would you be doing instead? After all, mortality does influence the way people think, Maslow predicts that human self-preservation is at the top of their list, too, and because of this we see people spending signif
Elite Bloodlines Must Be Stopped Said the Conspiracy Theorist
Many folks complain about the ruling elite and label them as scoundrels and led by pure greed. Personally I take offense to this notion, fore I myself indeed have such names in my own family. And to those who label our family names in such a negative way I would like to address you now and offer you
What Is Psychological Violence?
What is violence? What forms can it take? Can human life be void of violence, and should it be? Explore these ethical dilemmas and more in this article.