Thanatophilia involves a complex relationship with finitude, where death is loved for itself, as a horizon, as a secret, or as the promise of definitive peace. But it is also, and more concretely, an attraction to everything that has ceased to live: a veneration of objects over beings, of the past over the present. Death can reassure Thanatophilic attraction is…
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Some things are timeless, while others change with every generation. It is therefore pointless, or even dangerous, to trust elders blindly when making all our life choices. The worldview of the generations that came before us evolves, but never as fast as the world we live in. While it is true that human psychology and the laws of physics or…
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Some people are very low in terms of consciousness. It only takes meeting their gaze or exchanging a few words with them to realize it. It’s as if a lightning bolt strikes us, leaving us feeling demagnetized afterward. Pay Attention to Phenomena Similar to How a Capacitor Works A capacitor is an electrical component that works as follows: it accumulates…
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The “Fool” Technique “If you are kind, people will take advantage of you.” Well, this rule is perfect, and it should encourage you to be kind. Why? Simply because it allows you to quickly form an opinion about someone. If someone takes your gestures of kindness as weakness and treats you with contempt, you immediately know you’re dealing with a…
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In the introduction to his book Plaidoyer pour les animaux : vers une bienveillance pour tous, Matthieu Ricard explores the complex and often paradoxical relationship between humans and animals. On the one hand, we show a sincere and affectionate attachment to certain animals, such as our dogs and cats, while on the other, we unscrupulously exploit and abuse other species,…
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There are said to be 4 types of people: 2 types to avoid, and 2 others to seek out. Moreover, we can all take turns being any one of these 4 types. The Subtractors They take away your time, energy, motivation, or attention. They drain you. They are a burden rather than a blessing in your life. They tap into…
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You undoubtedly want to improve your life, just like everyone else. What if the best way to do this is to change your perspective and elevate your viewpoint? Ultimately, it’s all about your level of consciousness. You see the world as you are. Gaining Perspective Your dominant emotions give you a clue about your level of consciousness. If you feel…
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Why do we cherish our profession and the social status that comes with it so much? These two inseparable elements, so to speak, are important because, often, without them, we lose a central part of what is precious to us, namely our identity. The Identity We Receive and the One We Conquer For a long time, identity was not really…
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Many seek to cultivate a mindset of abundance to become wealthy. Historically, the nouveau riche, otherwise known as the bourgeoisie, have always desired what could not be bought with money, such as titles of nobility. Being Rich Means Desiring the Unattainable When we lack something materially, we seek to satisfy basic needs. This distinction between humans and animals may also…
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Only dead fish go with the flow… We all complain at some point about something: we want more money, better health, no longer being alone, etc. This complaining attitude is also synonymous with passivity: by focusing on what we don’t have, we forget what we already have, and this can paralyze our actions. Complaining is like being that dead fish…
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