Ideas and More

<p>The most unnatural and cruel lie we tell ourselves, every day, oblivious to the truth hiding underneath. There is nothing natural about any of this. Key points:</p> Why is it considered acceptable to eat meat? Our...

<p>Do you know someone who uses humour as a shield to cover up their vulnerabilities? Do you rely on humour and sarcasm to deflect certain conversations? </p> <p>It may seem as though this armour is strong, but it may...

<p>Human beings are the pioneers when it comes to art and creative expression. I love art - in all its forms and types. In this episode, I talk about one particular art form that's close to my heart - video games. I...

<p>It's tempting to believe that questions about right or wrong are simply a matter of opinion. This view has caused a moral fallacy that pervades our society in every aspect along the way. Is it a subjective matter? Or...

<p>Of all the illusions that surround us, none is more ubiquitous and important as the ego. The sense of self that clouds us every moment is tempting to believe, but once we see through it, nothing remains the same...

<p>Settling is when someone's wants, needs, expectations and deepest desires aren't being met in their relationship, and yet they choose to stay. This begs the question, is love really as prevalent as it appears to be...

<p>Psychedelics are a hot topic today and for good reason. These substances are in many ways, the real gifts of nature, and we would all do well to get to know them a little bit better. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr...

<p>No one, not even the universe, can answer an invalid question. Why search ceaselessly when there is nothing to find? Upon introspection, it's easy to notice that the sense of purpose so many of us are in search of...

<p>Beliefs are arguably the most powerful forces we have in our world. The beliefs we hold, end up affecting our thoughts and actions. No belief is above scrutiny, and we need to be able to have open conversations about...

<p>Perfection, like all concepts is one that exists only within the confines of our mind. By letting go of it, we acknowledge what is rather than what can or should be. That we already are perfect, it's just a matter of...

<p>Anger is a powerful emotion, and one that can lead to serious consequences if let loose. So why do we get angry? What forces are involved in us getting angry at ourselves, others and the world, and what can we do...

<p>Android and iOS are the two most prominent mobile operating systems in the world today, and in many ways can be considered to be two sides of the same coin. In today's episode, we share our experiences using both...

<p>Two books that we enjoyed in December of 2022, summarised with our key takeaways. The books are:</p> <p>1. Stillness Is the Key - By Ryan Holiday</p> <p>2. Create Calm - By Kate James</p> <p>You can find these books...

<p>Alcohol has become such an important part of our society today, that it's difficult to imagine a social setting in the world devoid of some form of alcohol. Why is that? What makes alcohol such a desirable commodity...

<p>Ataraxia can be described as a state of absolute calmness, a state of serenity and control over one's responses to events taking place in the world. Moving towards a state such as this can significantly affect the...