Thomas Nagel, a prominent contemporary philosopher, has significantly contributed to discussions on ethics, political philosophy, and the nature of consciousness. While he may not have directly addressed the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism in a comprehensive manner, his work provides a robust framework to explore these topics through the lenses of … Continue reading Exploring Sustainable Alternatives: Interconnecting and Addressing the Unsustainability of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism Through Nagel’s Philosophy
Plato and The Beauty of Death: Finding Meaning in Loss
Ok, I agree this may be a dark and gloomy topic, and I fully acknowledge my self-indulgence in writing about it. With your forgiveness, I'm allowing my ego free rein to explore the meanings of death and how it is actually FULL of LIFE! Please bear with me a moment or two as I work … Continue reading Plato and The Beauty of Death: Finding Meaning in Loss
Friday’s Feelings – Asking AI a question about feelings
Telling others that you don't feel like doing something with them can be a challenging situation for many people. It's natural to want to be considerate and avoid hurting someone's feelings, but it's also essential to prioritize your own needs and boundaries.
Consider the wabi-sabi-ness of Monet’s Lilac Irises
As I stand before Monet's Lilac Irises, I am struck by the subtle beauty and peacefulness that emanate from this painting. The delicate brushstrokes, the soft lilac hues, and the gentle curves of the irises all combine to create a sense of wabisabiness - an appreciation for the imperfections and transience of life. Wabi-sabi is … Continue reading Consider the wabi-sabi-ness of Monet’s Lilac Irises
Warped Two – Taking a Step Back to Consider…
I really needed to dive into this one this morning and the only thing I knew was that I needed to start blending lighter colour onto the backgrounds to add volume to the composition. Oddly, I started with some light colours (yellow) on the face vase and then added green to the flower stocks, followed … Continue reading Warped Two – Taking a Step Back to Consider…
Revisiting Some Unpublished Photos of 2020 – Exposed To The Elements Of Tourism
Ok, so I admit that I titled this one over 3 months ago and I have no memory of what I was imagining in it. Perhaps the exposed roots with the bark gone and the wood worn smooth by the years of people sitting on them. Having explained that; I imagine this photo needs to … Continue reading Revisiting Some Unpublished Photos of 2020 – Exposed To The Elements Of Tourism
The New Renaissance Mindset 