Faith is explored through a parable of missed opportunities. The post critiques passive religiosity and calls for active engagement with reality. True belief requires action, not just hope.
#111: Faith, the Pandemic, and the Drowning Man
Month: August 2021
#110: Poem: To Understand the World
A poetic reflection on perception, empathy, and the limits of knowledge. The speaker seeks to grasp the world’s complexity through feeling and imagination, affirming that understanding begins with openness.
#109: We Cannot Lose Hope
Despair is tempting in the face of global crises—Afghanistan’s collapse, climate disasters, COVID resurgence—but history shows resilience. Hope is not naïve; it’s a logical stance that enables action. Believing in the possibility of a better future is the first step toward building it.
#108: Carefulness Is Not Fear
Following scientific guidance—vaccination, masking, distancing—is framed as care, not cowardice. Dismissing caution as fear reflects ignorance and moral failure. Protecting others, even those who reject protection, is a civic and ethical duty. We are our brothers’ and sisters’ keepers.
#107: How (Not) to Be Unhappy
Unhappiness often stems from flawed expectations and reactive thinking. Mindfulness, realism, and care are not the same as despair. Between happiness and misery lies a space of acceptance and effort. Problems may not be solvable, but pursuing solutions is itself a path away from unhappiness.
#106: How to Be Happy
Happiness is not a reward for success but a stance toward life’s absurdity and imperfection. Acceptance, humility, and gallows humor help navigate suffering. Meaning arises from small joys, human connection, and the decision to embrace life despite its limits.
#105: We May Think We’re Done with the Virus, but the Virus is not Done with Us
Complacency fuels viral evolution. Variants arise because we allow transmission. Magical thinking won’t end the pandemic—only global vaccination, masking, and distancing will. Fatigue is understandable, but carelessness prolongs the crisis and endangers the vulnerable.
#104: Psychological Long Covid
The pandemic's grip endures, and while some deny or trivialize it, many suffer in silence. Psychological scars abound—dread, nightmares, a loss of motivation. This is more than a health crisis; it's a social and mental battlefield demanding compassion. We must confront our collective trauma instead of succumbing to radical falsehoods.
µ#4: We Need Animals
Looking into a loving cat's eyes encapsulates pure bliss. Animals understand life's essence, and their presence enriches our existence. We should take time to connect with non-human companions, like dogs or birds. While the author favors cats, any animal can provide comfort and joy in our lives.
#103: The Story About the Lone Renegate Scientist Showing That Everyone Else Is Wrong
Romanticizing the lone genius undermines scientific integrity. Most breakthroughs come from collaboration and consensus. Distrusting expertise in favor of contrarianism breeds misinformation. Science is a communal pursuit, not a stage for ego.
µ#3: Tired
A brief reflection on exhaustion—physical, emotional, and existential. The post acknowledges burnout and the need for rest, empathy, and patience. Tiredness is not weakness; it’s a signal to pause, reflect, and recalibrate.
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