Life is preparation for judgment in the afterlife. (Because nothing says “meaningful existence” like having your organs preserved in fancy jars.) Seeking immortality is futile, so make peace with mortality and enjoy life’s pleasures. (The quest for eternal life ends with “enjoy the beer.”) Life is an endless cycle of rebirth until you get it… Read More »Why Are We Here? 5,000 Years of Meanings
Self-awareness is a double-edged sword. It can cut through the fog of our habitual existence, slicing away years of passive living, revealing truths we’ve long ignored. It’s a mirror that reflects who we are and who we could have been and still might become. Standing in the present, feeling the weight of missed opportunities and… Read More »The uncomfortable reality of a life unlived
Life as a costume party Think of life as a grand costume party. When you arrive, you pick a costume—perhaps a jester, king, pauper, or sage—and play your part, interacting with others according to your role. At first, it’s exciting. You get lost in your character. But as time passes, something feels off. The costume… Read More »What is self-awareness?
According to Carl Jung, the first half of life is focused on ego and external goals, while the second half is a period of inward exploration and integration. The second half is marked by a reevaluation of values and a focus on deeper relationships and genuine meaning. This can be emotionally challenging but presents an… Read More »How to be self-aware?
Do you ever lie awake at night, staring at the ceiling, pondering the purpose of everything? What am I doing with my life? What is the meaning of, well, life itself? If so, congratulations! You’re human. John W. Gardner, a renowned public thinker, spoke about the universal human struggle for meaning in a moving speech… Read More »How to build a life that matters
