Our lives are shaped by our experiences and our interactions with others. Still, we like to think we are in control of our thoughts, beliefs, and opinions. Since we control our thoughts, we should be able to will ourselves out of depression, anxiety, or despair. Although we may be influenced by external factors, we are... Continue Reading →
What Is Truth?
I was recently watching a documentary about disinformation and its lasting effects. One comment was particularly unsettling - "we are living in a post-truth era". What does this mean? It means we no longer know the truth when we hear it. In fact, we no longer know truth when we see it. Because of abundant... Continue Reading →
Learn from the Past: Break the Cycle
You never know what you have until it's gone. At the dawn of creation, mankind was given everything we could desire. Protection, peace, abundant food, companionship, love, a purpose, a life without hardship, and eternal life. They had openness, trust, and intimate relationship, both with each other and their creator. In essence they lived in... Continue Reading →
Get Out of My Head
I was reminded today of how much our thoughts influence our actions and attitudes. We like to think we single handedly dictate our thoughts, beliefs, and opinions. But the outside voices we hear have a tremendous impact on our thoughts and our hearts. Have you ever had a thought that continued to replay in your... Continue Reading →