Originally posted on 09-07-07: It would take a very long time to unravel the entire sequence of my thoughts this morning, and perhaps not particularly rewarding to you, but the part I want to convey began with feelings of … [Read more...]
The Mystery of Being Human: The Illusiveness of Reality
Originally posted on 08-15-07: I mentioned Point of Inquiry in my last post, and I'm reading a book, Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me); Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts, by Carol Tavris and … [Read more...]
The Final Chapter? No Free Will: The End of Guilt and Pride
Originally posted on 05-29-07: I finally finished nibbling away at Po Bronson's book, What Should I Do With My Life? and I think this post may finish my comments on it. There is a story near the end about a guy whose … [Read more...]
Who’s in charge? Facing Reality
Originally posted on 05-15-07: A few days ago I talked about Clark Strand's article in the Fall, 2006, issue of Tricycle. He's writing about his take on a variety of Buddhism called "Pure Land," whose adherents recognize … [Read more...]