Francis Bacon, a key figure in the development of the scientific method, emphasized the importance of empirical evidence and rational thought in understanding and mastering the natural world. His ideas can be extrapolated to critique and analyze complex social and political systems like colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Interconnectivity and Unsustainability Colonialism: The practice of … Continue reading Interconnected Unsustainability: Baconian Insights on Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism with Sustainable Alternatives
Weekend Book Reviews – Kenekuk, the Kickapoo Prophet
Joseph B. Herring's Kenekuk, the Kickapoo Prophet is a meticulously researched and compelling account of one of the most intriguing yet little-known figures in Native American history. Herring, with the precision and insight characteristic of a seasoned historian, unravels the enigmatic life of Kenekuk, a Kickapoo leader who rose to prominence in the early 19th century. This … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews – Kenekuk, the Kickapoo Prophet
Weekend Book Reviews: “Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders” by Vincent Bugliosi
"Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders" is a harrowing account of one of the most infamous criminal cases in American history. Co-written by Vincent Bugliosi, the prosecutor in the case, and Curt Gentry, the book provides a detailed and compelling narrative of the Manson Family murders that shook the nation in 1969. … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: “Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders” by Vincent Bugliosi
Towards a Sustainable Future: Hannah Arendt on the Interconnectivity and Non-sustainability of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Hannah Arendt's political philosophy provides a rich framework to examine the interconnectivity and non-sustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Through her analysis of power, totalitarianism, and the nature of human activities, Arendt offers critical insights into how these systems are intertwined and why they are ultimately unsustainable. Interconnectivity and Unsustainability Colonialism and Imperialism: Arendt’s … Continue reading Towards a Sustainable Future: Hannah Arendt on the Interconnectivity and Non-sustainability of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Friday’s Fiction Reviews – Naked Lunch by William S. Burroughs
"Naked Lunch," written by William S. Burroughs (1959), is a seminal work in the Beat Generation literary movement. The book's fragmented, non-linear narrative and controversial subject matter challenge traditional storytelling methods and delve deep into the chaotic mindscape of its characters. Burroughs, known for his groundbreaking stylistic innovations, confronts themes of addiction, control, and societal … Continue reading Friday’s Fiction Reviews – Naked Lunch by William S. Burroughs
Towards Postcolonial Cosmopolitanism: Building a Sustainable Future Beyond Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Kwame Anthony Appiah's philosophies offer valuable insights into the interconnectedness and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. These systems are often intertwined, each reinforcing the others in a cycle of exploitation and domination. Colonialism, for instance, thrived on the imperialist impulse to conquer and exploit distant lands and peoples for economic gain. It … Continue reading Towards Postcolonial Cosmopolitanism: Building a Sustainable Future Beyond Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Building a Just and Sustainable Future: Lessons from Elizabeth Anderson’s Philosophy
Elizabeth Anderson, a prominent philosopher known for her work in ethics, social philosophy, and political theory, provides a critical lens through which to examine the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Anderson's philosophies emphasize democratic equality, justice, and the dismantling of oppressive structures, which can be applied to critique these interconnected systems. … Continue reading Building a Just and Sustainable Future: Lessons from Elizabeth Anderson’s Philosophy
Shackles of Progress: The Inextricable Web of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Theodor Adorno, a prominent member of the Frankfurt School, provides a critical framework that can be applied to understand the interconnectedness and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Adorno's analysis, rooted in critical theory, emphasizes how these systems are intertwined in their exploitation and domination, leading to their eventual failure. Interconnectivity Colonialism and Imperialism: … Continue reading Shackles of Progress: The Inextricable Web of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Hand-y Work
What could you do more of? Working with my hands!!! Gardening, landscaping, building stuff, artwork! Having the time, space, and resources to transform what I have at hand into something different that is honest and respectful to the original materials: landscaping allows me to do that, so does sculpture and upcycling.
Mindset Monday Book Reviews: Elaine N. Aron’s The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms
Elaine N. Aron’s The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You is a pioneering exploration into a trait often misunderstood or undervalued in a fast-paced, stimulus-driven society. Published in 1996, Aron’s book has since become a cornerstone text for those who identify with high sensitivity, as well as for researchers studying temperament and … Continue reading Mindset Monday Book Reviews: Elaine N. Aron’s The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms
The New Renaissance Mindset 