...where the Two become the One
All tyrannies rule through fraud and force, but once the fraud is exposed, they must rely exclusively on force. ~George Orwell In the quiet realm of the individual mind, as in the grand theater of nations, a constant struggle unfolds. It is the timeless conflict between the sovereign self and the external structures that seek to direct its will. This contest is not always fought with overt weapons, but rather […] Read more »
We are all born with an innate drive for freedom, a desire to be the authors of our own lives. This quest for self-direction is the bedrock of a meaningful existence, the engine of human progress and achievement. Yet, we live in a world of intricate rules, powerful institutions, and the unpredictable actions of others. This raises a fundamental question: In the practical reality of our daily lives, how much […] Read more »
In the governance of human affairs, few words are as frequently conflated and dangerously misunderstood as “power” and “authority.” We often use them interchangeably, yet they represent fundamentally opposing principles of human interaction. Power is the ability to compel action through force, while authority is the recognized right to direct. Understanding this distinction is not merely an academic exercise; it is essential for any individual who seeks to live a […] Read more »
In the complex and often fraught interplay between the individual and the vast machinery of the state, a fundamental conflict frequently emerges, one that opens a chasm between the raw capacity for force and the legitimate right to authority. When a citizen finds themselves in the crosshairs of a bureaucratic entity, the very nature of truth, reason, and justice is called into question, transforming the landscape of civil discourse into […] Read more »
The story of the Tortoise and the Hare tells of a race between a swift but arrogant hare and a slow but persistent tortoise; the hare, overconfident, takes a nap during the race, allowing the tortoise to plod steadily onward and win. This fable, which emphasizes the moral that “slow and steady wins the race,” was written by the ancient Greek storyteller Aesop. The exact date of its composition is […] Read more »
Deductive rigidity refers to the strict application of fixed premises to reach conclusions, often stifling inquiry by treating those premises as unchallengeable, leading to inflexible and potentially flawed outcomes. In contrast, abductive reasoning offers flexibility by inferring the best explanation from observed facts, adapting to new evidence and context to align further with truth. The maxim “You can be dead sure and dead wrong” exposes a fundamental flaw in human cognition: the tendency to […] Read more »
In contemporary society, many ideologues and agents of the state anchor their moral positions in the government’s framework of policies, procedures, and fiat laws, particularly within the family law system. This reliance on the state’s moral authority, however, is not grounded in consent but in force, coercion, and the implicit threat of violence—symbolized by “guns.” This article explores how this coercive foundation disincentivizes deep thought, reflection, and empathetic dialogue, especially […] Read more »
The angry mob, fueled by ignorance and prejudice, stormed the castle, their shallow understanding of the world reduced to simplistic labels and stereotypes, as they sought to destroy the monster, which they called “Depth” – a symbol of complexity and nuance that threatened to shatter their comfortable illusions. With each blow, they struck not at the monster’s heart, but at their own limitations, attempting to silence the whispers of doubt […] Read more »