Love, as a level of consciousness, is systematically associated with non-violence. Yet, refraining from violence in certain situations can mean failing in one’s duty of love. Courage comes from the heart Acting with love means acting with courage by definition (the etymological meaning of the word “courage”). When you live in constant non-violence, you must ask yourself whether you do…
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Introduction: General context and objectives of the work Leo Tolstoy’s “War and Peace” is a historical and philosophical fresco, written between 1865 and 1869, which takes place between 1805 and 1812, during the Napoleonic Wars. The novel confronts two major dimensions: on the one hand, the collective scale of History, marked by the clash between Napoleonic France and Imperial Russia;…
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Your life isn’t long enough to learn only from your own mistakes, which is why you must make it a point to learn from the mistakes of others. Mistakes are well-documented: we’re simply too proud to read about them Pride is a cardinal sin, but beyond religion, pride is a major obstacle to progress in personal development. Pride makes us…
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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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Having a Contrarian Idea If you want to be better than 99% of people in a field, you must hold a contrarian belief that opposes the consensus of the majority. You need to believe that something is true while most others think it isn’t. For instance, those who became wealthy from Bitcoin were the ones who, long before everyone else,…
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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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I. Marxist Doctrine In Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy, Joseph Schumpeter begins with an in- depth analysis of Karl Marx’s thought. Considering Marx to be an indispensable figure, he examines the theoretical foundations of Marxism, serving as the basis for the idea of transition from capitalism to socialism. While recognizing the analytical richness of Marxist doctrine, Schumpeter combines respectful admiration with…
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What distinguishes the education of kings from that of ordinary people? It is the teacher’s attention, which is not the same. Typically, in a classroom, the teacher’s attention is divided among students, distributed more or less equally depending on the teacher’s preferences. A king, on the other hand, is educated almost exclusively by tutors, which means that he benefits from…
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Between Reason and Instinct The story presents a symbolic battle between reason and instinct, two opposing tendencies that clash when the structures imposed by civilization collapse. This shift will lead to total chaos in the following chapters, providing the basis for the later tragedies that mark the story. In Lord of the Flies, the descent into barbarism is a critical phase…
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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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