Drawing on Lao Tzu's philosophies, we can explore the interconnected nature and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism through the lens of Taoist principles of harmony, balance, and natural order. Interconnectivity and Unsustainability: Colonialism disrupts the natural harmony by imposing foreign rule and exploitation, leading to social, cultural, and environmental imbalance. Nationalism often fosters … Continue reading Harmonizing Humanity: A Taoist Perspective on Sustainable Alternatives to Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Friday’s Fiction Review – The Pilgrimage by Paulo Coelho
The Pilgrimage by Paulo Coelho, originally published in 1987, is a captivating narrative that intertwines personal memoir, spiritual exploration, and adventure. As the precursor to his more famous work, The Alchemist, this book lays the foundation for Coelho's thematic preoccupation with self-discovery and the pursuit of one's personal legend. Summary The book chronicles Coelho's journey along the … Continue reading Friday’s Fiction Review – The Pilgrimage by Paulo Coelho
Harmony Beyond Hegemony: Crafting a Holistic Socioeconomic Model for Sustainable Global Well-being
Deepak Chopra, known for his work on integrative medicine and the mind-body connection, often emphasizes holistic perspectives and interconnectedness. Applying his philosophies to the socio-political and economic realms of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism, we can explore how these systems are interwoven and unsustainable, as well as propose a sustainable alternative. Interconnectivity and Unsustainability Colonialism: … Continue reading Harmony Beyond Hegemony: Crafting a Holistic Socioeconomic Model for Sustainable Global Well-being
Mindset Monday Book Reviews: Deepak Chopra’s The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success
In The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, Deepak Chopra embarks on a spiritual journey to redefine the conventional understanding of success, steering it away from the materialistic and towards the metaphysical. As a literary scholar, one must acknowledge that Chopra's work transcends mere self-help, positioning itself as an essential text within the New Age movement. It … Continue reading Mindset Monday Book Reviews: Deepak Chopra’s The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success
Beyond Capitalism: How Joseph Campbell’s Philosophies Can Save Humanity from Colonialism, Nationalism, and Imperialism
Joseph Campbell, renowned for his work in comparative mythology and the monomyth or "hero's journey," often emphasized the interconnectedness of human experiences and the profound impact of cultural narratives on societies. Drawing on Campbell’s philosophies, we can explore the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism, and propose a sustainable alternative system. Interconnectivity … Continue reading Beyond Capitalism: How Joseph Campbell’s Philosophies Can Save Humanity from Colonialism, Nationalism, and Imperialism
