The Hidden Water of Life

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When generativity, creativity, generosity, and the capacity to embrace life dry up, the Water of Life has gone underground. At such times, the earth becomes arid, life becomes devoid of meaning, the ground of culture cracks and splits, and gaps develop among peoples and between people and nature. Only water can bring the […]

Lessons from a Birmingham Jail

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Sometimes you have to think about what would happen if you don’t act, rather than what would happen if you do.
So the question is not whether we will be extremists, but what kind of extremists we will be. Will we be extremists for hate or for love?
- Martin Luther […]

Pain, Happiness, and Peace

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What is happiness? To me, happiness is the emotion that you get when you experience love.
Happiness is the opposite of pain, which happens when you experience losing love.
What is peace? In my opinion, peace is when there is balance and harmony.
Can you have peace and happiness? No.

Delusions You Can Believe In

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The Pessimist: The glass is half empty.
The Optimist: The glass is half full.
The Delusional: You’re both wrong. The glass is actually full.
One of the most important traits of successful people is their optimism. However, when the optimism no longer has a basis with reality, they’ve become delusional. Credibility is lost, effort becomes wasted, […]

The Hidden Truth About Happiness

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It’s one of those life tips that I wish I could have given to my younger self. “Work hard to achieve your goals. You will then be happy.” Do not believe this lie.
The truth is this: “Be happy. Work smart. Then, you will achieve your goals.” Being happy […]