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5 Quick Things #302 🍁

The Commonplace • 1768 implied HN points • 13 Oct 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Thoughts Community Beliefs Questioning

Publishing online comes with immediacy and pressure for coherence.
Writers often process thoughts slowly and may stay silent during major events.
Engaging with diverse newsletters can offer insights on various topics like books, urban planning, and history.

A Crisis of Faithlessness

Bentham's Newsletter • 432 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Belief Questioning God Religion Theism

The universe is filled with suffering, making atheism seem bleak.
The idea of a loving God providing purpose and redemption makes theism appealing.
Uncertainty lingers, with both atheism and theism presenting mysteries and challenges.

How to Find Information

Back of the Envelope • 117 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24

🚌 Education Information Learning Development Verification Questioning

When someone's behavior is out of character, there may be an important reason behind it.
Presenting a clear argument helps in decision-making discussions.
Identifying talented individuals by observing who others trust and seek help from within an organization.

The Question that must be asked

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 958 implied HN points • 23 Jun 22

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Mythology Meaning Questioning

The post discusses the old mythic idea of 'the question that must be asked' which is often overlooked in our search for answers in life.
The importance of reflecting on profound questions rather than just seeking immediate answers to life's complexities.
Encouraging a shift in focus towards contemplating deeper questions about life and the universe.

Who decides what's true?

Random Minds by Katherine Brodsky • 18 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24

📖 Philosophy Truth Perception Questioning

The question of who decides what's true is a common one.
The tone of skepticism often accompanies this question.
Katherine Brodsky explores this question in her post.

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Why Philosophy Is Useless

DecafQuest's Newsletter • 39 implied HN points • 07 Mar 23

📖 Philosophy Value Beliefs Ethics Questioning

The value of philosophy lies in its uncertainty
Philosophy focuses on goods of the mind, distinct from goods of the body
Philosophy helps us question our beliefs and avoid dogmatism

A Dance With Doubt

Joe Tourville • 2 implied HN points • 12 Jun 23

📖 Philosophy Reality Existence Questioning Truth

Questioning the nature of reality and truths we accept is important for personal growth.
René Descartes emphasized the value of doubt as a tool for seeking truth.
Embracing questioning and doubt leads to new ideas and growth in understanding.

How Can Philosophy Help You Question Your Assumptions?

DecafQuest's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 08 Aug 23

📖 Philosophy Ethics Mindfulness Logic Workshop Questioning

The remote work vs. office debate is complex and multifaceted.
In discussions, it's important to question assumptions to reach meaningful solutions.
A philosophical mindset offers fresh perspective in addressing workplace issues.