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“If you would be a real seeker after truth, it is necessary that at least once in your life you doubt, as far as possible, all things.” – Rene Descartes How do you seek the truth? Do you try to verify what you already believe, or do you put your own beliefs up to scrutiny…
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There are so many things that I simply don’t remember well. For whatever reason, there are a lot of good memories that I try to recall, but I can’t recall certain details. It drives me crazy. The bad stuff always sticks more in your memory than the good. I’ve always hated that bit about the…
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If there’s one thing that absolutely perturbs me about 21st century society, it’s an obsession with time management. Yes, our limited time on this earth is our greatest and most valuable resource. But my experience is that many folks spend more time overoptimizing our schedules and actually waste time in the process. In gathering my…
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Taken at the Presque Isle State Park with my Leica Q3 in Erie, Pennsylvania! ~ Amelia Desertsong
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Taken with my Leica Q3 in Erie, Pennsylvania! ~ Artemis (Amelia) Desertsong
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In her Substack newsletter post entitled “Just Smile and Glide,” Jamie Currie discusses one of her running friends. She remarks on his beautiful running form, comparing it to that of the legendary Eluid Kipchoge. I’ve never been a runner myself, as I prefer brisk walks for my exercise. Still, I’ve always been fascinated by the…
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The art of asking the right questions is the key to true wisdom and productive manifestation. But what exactly are we trying to manifest? Many of us try to manifest money and status, both which are considered integral parts of success. But what we should really try to be manifesting is our own private heavens,…
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When I first came across the concept of Wikipedia speedruns, I thought they were a pretty stupid idea. Not that they were a bad idea per se, but the idea of a speedrun is that it’s something measurable across time using a medium that’s static. As soon as conditions change, that speedrun must be adjusted…
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I have long been a fan of bridges. Their construction, their architecture, and their beauty are an art form. More than anything else, they stand as permanent examples of making connections. After all, bridges are for crossing. Bridges are some of the most beautiful structures in the world. When you drive, bike, or walk over…
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Life isn’t always butterflies and rainbows. For us mere mortals, life is often like trudging through a murky swamp. If there is an occasional butterfly flitting by, it’s only to remind us that not everything is pure misery. In our darkest moments, when we seek guidance from peers and loved ones, we’re insisted to do…