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Won-Hyo: The Mind is Our World

Years ago, I made this YouTube video without a clue about Taoism. Rewatching it now, I’m experiencing a completely different perspective. I’d also like to share some thoughts on Won-Hyo’s teachings and how they apply to daily life. Enjoy your LIFE!! The Power of Inner Landscape: Cultivating Peace with Won-Hyo’s Teachings we explore the profound …

Taoism vs Stoicism

Taoism and Stoicism, despite originating from opposite ends of the Globe, share some surprising similarities in their approaches to living a good life. Here are some key areas where they share: Meanwhile there are also some key differences: Overall, both Taoism and Stoicism offer valuable guidance for navigating life’s challenges and cultivating inner peace. Their …

Apple in your Mind??

You: Imagine an apple. What kind of apple comes to mind? Son: (Thinks) You: There are so many apple varieties! Is there any way I can know for sure what exact apple you pictured? The Imaginary Apple This short story is about subjectivity and the limitations of communication. The Point: Possible Applications: Further Exploration: It …

We are What We Repeatedly Do!!

Imagine you spend all your free time practicing 3 points basketball shot. You’re constantly landing into hoop. You’re consistently working on it. Here’s the thing: the more you practice, the better you become. The 3 points shot become a part of who you are. You may shot with your eyes closed. Aristotle is saying something …

Meaning in Tao vs Opinion in Stoic

Tao says that “There is nothing inherent in the incident that dictates its meaning. It is enough that we all recognize that it happened.” It seems that we are always trying to put some meaning in any occurrence without realization whether it needs. Can we just recognize the occurrence as “it just happened”? That’s it. …

Two Down Two to GO

There are two eminent scientists I like, Robert Sapolsky and Jordan Peterson. There is an interview video I shared already. I just finished reading two awesome books by them, and I’ve got two more lined up. There are plenty of other great reads by eminent people I could suggest, but let’s focus on these two …