Fridays on the oLo Consciousness. Addiction. Mental Health. Philosophy. Weekly explorations in essays, stories, & jedi mind tricks.
Living without the Crutch of False Hope 1022 implied HN points • 03 Nov 23 ⛪ Faith & Spirituality Hope Grief Belief Perception The concept of hope may not be helpful in facing the harsh realities of life. Society's idealistic visions for the future may need to be reevaluated. It's important to confront the absurdity of existence without relying on false hope.
No More Foreplay, the Universe is Ready to Fuck 1257 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23 📖 Philosophy Metaphysics Ethics Consciousness The universe is evolving towards a state of greater complexity, consciousness, and unity. Advancements in human consciousness and technology may lead to an ultimate point of reality, similar to Evolution's Grand Finale. Regardless of grand revelations or cosmic events, what truly matters are our relationships and how we treat others in our daily lives.
My essay in Tablet Magazine on Israel & Palestine 687 implied HN points • 27 Oct 23 🌍 World Politics Israel-Palestine Advocates for nuanced thinking and humanity in discussions about Israel & Palestine Urges caution about expressing opinions on complex global issues on social media Emphasizes the importance of striving for nuance and depth in understanding conflicts
What Do SSRIs and Heady Zen Have in Common? 727 implied HN points • 13 Oct 23 🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Medication Spirituality Addiction Enlightenment is about realizing you already are what you seek. Adyashanti, a spiritual teacher, retired due to health issues and used SSRIs. It's okay to seek help from medication while pursuing spiritual growth.
My approach to writing, these days 727 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23 📚 Literature Writing Authorship Creative Process Artistic expression Publishing There are seasons to being a writer, from self-doubt to finding confidence. Transitioning from traditional publishing to platforms like Substack can be liberating. Experimenting with different forms of expression, like videos, can help keep creativity alive.
Perfect, with Room for Improvement 648 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23 ⛪ Faith & Spirituality Life reflections Personal Growth Meditation Relationships Awareness Life is perfect but can still improve. Personal growth happens within relationships. Awareness remains constant amidst change and imperfection.
On the Complicated Decision to Try Psychedelics 275 implied HN points • 04 Oct 23 🏥 Health & Wellness Psychedelics Mental health Recovery Therapy Addiction Trying psychedelic therapy requires thorough research and inner strength to confront one's fears. Making a measured decision about psychedelics can lead to substantial benefits in recovery. Social media engagement seems to be decreasing, prompting a shift in how we approach online interactions.