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Freedom and Fixed Realities
We are free only so long as we don’t fix our state of reality. Freedom is a cherished value in modern societies, often considered a fundamental human right. However, the nature of freedom is complex and multifaceted. Many philosophers have debated the meaning of freedom and its relationship with reality. In this essay, I will…
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Perspective
The Renaissance was a period of great intellectual and artistic achievement in Europe that spanned from the 14th to the 17th century. One of the most important developments during this time was the discovery of perspective, which allowed artists to depict the three-dimensional world on a two-dimensional surface. This breakthrough transformed the way people viewed…
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Flows
In the philosophy of Gilles Deleuze, the concept of “flows” refers to the movement of things and ideas through time and space. For Deleuze, flows are not just physical phenomena, but also social and cultural ones, such as the movement of money, power, and information through society. Deleuze sees flows as dynamic and complex phenomena…
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Anti-Oedipus
Deleuze and Guattari were critical of Freud’s concept of sublimation because they saw it as a way of reinforcing existing power structures in society. According to Freud, sublimation refers to the process by which individuals redirect their sexual or aggressive impulses into socially acceptable activities such as art, science, or intellectual pursuits. However, Deleuze and…
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Spectators and Participants
In his book “Air Guitar,” cultural critic Dave Hickey made a distinction between two types of individuals in the realm of spectatorship: the Spectators and the Participants. This distinction can be applied to the world of Twitter, where the behavior of users aligns with Hickey’s characterization. According to Hickey, Spectators tend to align themselves with…
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We’re All Mark Hamill
“We are all Mark Hamill” is a statement that goes beyond a mere reference to the acclaimed actor who played the role of Luke Skywalker in the original “Star Wars” trilogy. Instead, it speaks to a larger concept of interconnectedness, empathy, and the capacity for self-transformation that lies within all of us. At the heart…
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Face the Music
Congratulations, you’ve reached the end of the road! It’s time to face the music and come to terms with the fact that your niche/job/gig is about to become a public good. Don’t worry, it’s not your fault, you just happen to be the victim of circumstance. But don’t worry, I’m here to help you recognize…
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Jump Over Rhodes
The quote “As for the individual, every one is a son of his time; so philosophy also is its time apprehended in thoughts. It is just as foolish to fancy that any philosophy can transcend its present world, as that an individual could leap out of his time or jump over Rhodes” by German philosopher…
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The City and the City: Jerusalem
The City and the City is a science-fiction novel by British author China Mieville, which explores the concept of two cities that exist in the same physical space but are perceived as distinct and separate by their inhabitants. The book’s central themes of identity, perception, and borders make it a compelling lens through which to…
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Awaken the Mind by Fixing it Nowhere
The Zen proverb “Awaken the mind by fixing it nowhere” is a powerful reminder of the importance of mindfulness and meditation in our daily lives. At its core, Zen is a philosophy and practice that emphasizes the cultivation of awareness and mindfulness, with the goal of achieving a state of clarity and inner peace. The…