Category Misc

Slowing Down in a Fast-Paced World

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I believe that living at a fast pace goes against human nature. We modern humans are driven by stress and anxiety, rushing from one task to another all day long. By the end of the day, even when we’re completely exhausted, we realize there’s still a mountain of tasks left to do — skyrocketing our stress levels even further.

It Is Not Possible But Necessary

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“TARS: It’s not possible. Cooper: No, it’s necessary.” This iconic response to the impossible, which I quoted from Interstellar at the beginning, distinguishes courageous people who continue on despite being fully aware of the impossibility from others. It’s one of the most important measures of those who want to make a change and press on despite the challenges they face.

The Loneliness of the Dark Lord: The Tragedy of Power

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Have you ever thought about how fortunate it is to have friends who can cheer you up when you’re feeling down, a family you can count on during tough times, and wise people to turn to when making difficult decisions? Now, have you ever considered that all of these things are luxuries for a dark lord, a mighty tyrant, or a ruthless dictator?

A Small Hobbit, A Great Hero: Remembering Frodo

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What images come to mind when you think of a hero? Bold, brave, reliable, strong, cool-headed… It’s clear that most of these images don’t align with what you think of when you hear Frodo’s name. However, it’s undeniable that he possesses both courage and an unwavering determination. And in my opinion, those two qualities alone are more than enough to make him a role model.