Wisdom
It’s important for the future of our nation and the world that we educate our young in a neutral way so that as they mature they can become wise, capable and honest voters; and, in the process, elect leaders with those essential qualities. Values are so necessary in the cultivation of the mind, body and…
Read MoreMy calling is calling – not to dwell on what was or is, but rather on what can be. Technology is going forward full speed ahead. It is important that humankind grow, grow and grow in mind, body fitness and “little piece of God.” The future is all we have ahead of us. We must…
Read MoreI have written before that there is a hero inside each of us and all of us. I still believe that’s true. Each of us and all of us must seek our calling(s) and during our lives those callings may change; for instance, one calling may be raising children. Eventually those children become adults; and…
Read MoreThe key to moving toward Heaven on Earth from the Innovation Age is human enhancement—especially the spread of the wisdom-associated values—and the shunning of the negative values, as enumerated by Copthorne MacDonald in his essay in my book, “How to Achieve a Heaven on Earth.” In his essay, MacDonald explained that wisdom could be taught. I believe…
Read MoreI am now taking great pleasure in reading Charles Krauthammer’s new book, “Things That Matter.” The title of the book is quite apt. I’m just at the beginning and it’s so interesting and human that I relish my reading. I’m also studying this work–as a writer–because it is a wonderful example of the art of…
Read MoreAlbert Einstein said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge.” That statement is very true to the people who are in abject poverty. They must live by their wits and their imagination. Get them a Grameen micro loan—especially groups of women—and let their imagination, determination and persistence wipe out their poverty, for themselves and their children.…
Read MoreRevenge is closely related to hate. Here again a wholesale campaign by all human entities can do wonders to end this negative value. We each have a role to play. We must look in an honest way at ourselves. Is there anyone in our lives whom we harbor the drive to exact revenge? Looking inward…
Read MoreI think envy is a close relative of greed because most likely many who are greedy are that way because they are envious of others who have more fame, fortune or whatever they seek. President Obama used this negative value quite adroitly in his re-election campaign. That is a very bad sign for America. But…
Read MoreThis negative value is very much a matter of degree. Seeking financial rewards for one’s family and oneself can be a very worthy pursuit. But at some point—especially if a person uses unethical, immoral or illegal means—this worthy pursuit becomes greed. How do we help everyone to judge where that balance is in their own…
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