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Arts & Humanities > Philosophy (Other) The human condition: 1 of 19
Remnants Perhaps the interesting phenomenon called the human condition should be handled with velvet gloves and defined in terms other than what is observed on a daily basis. We collectively watch the daily news and willingly or not, our minds participate in events that are surreal. Our reactions are often those of detachment... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Dilemmas Why men mistreat women: 1 of 17
Abuse is Unacceptable Regardless of Gender Increasing levels of abuse in society, physical or otherwise, are a transgression of civility and a deterioration of social structure. In any advanced , enlightened civilization, justification for physical brutality should not exist however wishfully the subject may be evaluated and ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Methods Should you let your child drink alcohol from your glass?: 1 of 17
At an early age, often trying hard to please their parents, children can be taught to develop a taste for, and eat or drink almost anything if it is made to appear necessary, fun, pleasant, smart, or "brave" to do so . In fact, giving children alcohol is none of those things.For a child, it is not pleasant, fun, or brave. It ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Awareness & Reality The philosophy of innocence: 1 of 16
We are Tempted Let us not be coy. Humanity in all of it's glory is far from innocent. To exist within the realm of the absolute purity of innocence is to be entirely free of thought; for it is said if you have thought about doing something with intent or not, you have done it, albeit only in your mind. Those who protest, perh... More..
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Is it better to write a poem based on experience or based on opinion?: 2 of 30
Is it better to write a poem based on experience or based on opinion? "Self-expression is a kindness to the soul that so invests" comes to mind upon hearing the question "is it better to write a poem based on experience or based on opinion." It is clearly better to write poetry based upon opinion. Opinion is a derivative expr... More..
Health & Fitness > Fitness Basics 10 Best ways to stay in shape: 1 of 14
Top 10 simple ways to stay fit Just A.T.E.! -and Staying FitTo be physically fit is to be a healthier, more confident, and superior human being. Being fit physically induces better mental health in addition to physical health. To ignore the requirement for physical fitness is to virtually guarantee an erosion of total well-b... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms An urgent need for reason, dialogue and compromise: 1 of 14
Life is not a Television ShowLet us turn off the distraction of television, close our eyes, allow our minds to wander, and momentarily hypothesize that civilization does not have an urgent need for reason, dialogue, or compromise.While in that somewhat rare delusional and utopian moment, let us then peaceably ask ourselves if... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Adult friendships: 1 of 13
Fresh PaintThe man squinted down the long fence. The pickets lined up perfectly, all pointing through the hazy clouds."Not bad for an old fence" the man said. He tapped one of the pickets with his foot. "Still solid, maybe White Pine" he said to himself. "Cedar posts too" noting the peeled paint on the posts."Everyone knows i... More..
Arts & Humanities > Thoughts on Writing The sanctity of a writer's work area: 1 of 13
All in the MindIt seems to me the sanctity of a writer's work area is only as good as the sanctity of the mind that is working within that area.Clutter, old books, wonky handmade ceramic mugs full of pointy 4B pencils that are too soft to write anything without smudging, and 14 -year-old road maps with cracks where the folds ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Awareness & Reality Rationalism of knowledge: 1 of 13
Rationalization of Knowledge: A Human Obsession? Is the need for rationalization of knowledge a sign of early human wisdom or a symptom of transcending, universal doubt and personal insecurity?One may be considered a compulsive individual if observed specifically questioning, verifying, and habitually reorganizing ... More..