This is your Brain on Survival of the Fittest
In a recent post, we examined how the human brain has evolved over hundreds of thousands of years to support the survival of Homo sapiens as semi-nomadic hunters and gathers.…
From Hunter-Gatherers to Headaches: The Evolutionary Disconnect
Evolution shaped us - bodies and minds - to survive in a world that we no longer inhabit. For us to thrive in our present environment, we need to take…
Just Following Orders
It's the 16th of March, 1968, and 24-year-old Second Lieutenant William L. Calley Jr. has only been in Vietnam for three months. Hailing from Miami, Florida, United States, the short,…
On Abortion and Priorities
I may no longer be Christian, but I live in the so-called 'Bible Belt' and many of the people I know and care about are. It seems for many, abortion…
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Comparing Technology and Magic
Explore the connections between technology and traditional ideas of magic as we delve into spiritual experience of tech as its ...
There’s no single source of truth
Adaptation is key to survival, even when it requires us to challenge our old worldviews. Coming from a religious background, ...
On Ignorance
Ignorance may be natural, but "being ignorant isn't a bad thing." Buddhism teaches two core concepts, Impermanence and No-Self, that ...
Accepting Death
Death is unavoidable, so why not live life fully, embracing the good moments and accepting the inevitable? Buddhism offers ways ...
Taking Things on Faith
In a time of rampant misinformation, rely on yourself and your judgment to identify truth and trustworthiness. Wisdom lies in ...
Hell in a Handbasket
As Buddhists, we can use the teachings of impermanence and the imperfect nature of the human brain to deal with ...
The Value of Honest Discussions
"Let's stop avoiding conversations about the differences between us and take the time to understand why our friends, relatives, and ...
What are the Four Noble Truths?
Uncover the truth of suffering and its origin. Learn how to remove yourself from craving and dissatisfaction, and discover the ...
Can we really bring about an end to suffering?
Craving and clinging can lead to dukkha, but liberation is possible – the Noble Eightfold Path guides us to freedom ...
Who was the Buddha?
Discover the inspiring journey of Gautama Buddha - the founder of Buddhism who attained enlightenment upon abandoning asceticism. Learn how ...
Is Buddhism an Ethical System?
The Five Precepts of Buddhism are essential to helping adherents focus on their path and create an environment of growth ...
Is Buddhism a Philosophy?
Discover how Buddhist philosophy encourages us to accept life's uncertainties and the idea that actions have consequences. Understand the role ...
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