Books of all sorts are escapist. Fictional narratives and made-up characters define a novel. Yet, no genres are quite so escapist as science fiction or fantasy. In that, lies their value. When we imagine a school of wizards, dragon-riders, or humble villagers becoming heroes, we leave the world behind. We enter a world which bears just enough connection to this world to make sense, while being alien enough to be exciting, vibrant, and hugely readable.

Familiar Enough & Alien Enough

I have claimed that Escape is one of the main functions of fairy-stories, and since I do not disapprove of them, it is plain that I do not accept the tone of scorn or pity with which “Escape” is now so often used. Why should a man be scorned if, finding himself in prison, he tries to get out and go home? Or if he cannot do so, he thinks and talks about other topics than jailers and prison-walls?

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<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Philosophy is associated with wisdom: etymologically, the term ‘philosophy’ is derived from the Greek, meaning ‘lover of wisdom’.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Philosophy is the child of wonder and curiosity about the world.</li></ul>

What is Philosophy?

Socrates, Plato, Aristotle (this Athenian triumvirate) are of astonishing and continuing influence over Western philosophy: metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, political philosophy and, one-time, the sciences when subsumed as ‘natural philosophy’.

The Athenian Triumvirate

The Pre-Socratics are philosophers prior to Socrates. Much of their work is lost but they were highly influential – two notables being Heraclitus and Parmenides.<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Heraclitus announced that you cannot step into the same river twice for waters are always changing. A quick response is: you cannot even step into the same river once.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Parmenides, in a poem, The Way Truth, argued that all is one and unchanging. It met support via Zeno of Elea’s motion paradoxes: how can you reach that wall? First you need to go half-way, then half of the remainder, then half the new remainder, and so on. </li></ul>

The Pre-Socratics

Socrates was an intellectual gadfly, stinging the complacency of the rich and powerful – of those who thought they knew. Found guilty of corrupting the young and of impiety, he was sentenced to death by hemlock, and declined to escape. Most of what we know about him derives from his greatest pupil, Plato.

Socrates (469–399 BC)

All subsequent philosophy has been described as a footnote to Plato. Plato looked be- yond this world of ever-changing appearances, to un- changing ‘forms’ or ideas. He suggested recipes for the good life, radical ideas for society – women on a par with men – and offered thoughts on love, desire and mind.

Plato (429–347 BC)

Aristotle, Plato’s greatest pupil, was the first formal logician, engaged in considerable scientific researches, and even taught Alexander who became Alex- ander the Great. In Raphael’s painting The School of Athens, Plato points upwards and Aristotle downwards – for Plato sought reality beyond appearances, arguably with a touch of mysticism, whereas Aristotle was down to earth.

Aristotle (384–322 BC)

The philosophical perplexity here is how we find room for free will in nature. It takes some credulity to insist that human beings have evolved such that they stand outside the laws of nature, outside the natural world. That insistence would have humans forming, in Spinoza’s mocking terms, ‘a kingdom within a kingdom’.

Free Will

Spinoza saw God and Nature as one and the same substance; such heresy, as noted earlier, made him unpopular with Christians and his fellow Jews. According to Spinoza, human beings, as with other creatures – and trees, mountains and, no doubt, marmalade – are solely modifications of ‘God or Nature’, as waves are modifications of the ocean, falling under natural laws, no more able to do otherwise than pebbles in flight.

Spinoza's View on God and Nature

Existentialism covers a range of philosophers and artists, many of whom were unaware of the term. Philosophers tend to fall under the existentialist label if they focus on the singularity and uniqueness of each human being, rather than searching for common human qualities or ‘the’ way of life. They may stress the anguish, the anxiety, of human existence, through the need to make choices, to treat ourselves as free in the values we espouse.

Existentialism

Morality requires that we perceive ourselves as autonomous agents who can choose to do what we ought to do: ‘ought’ implies ‘can’.

Morality

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">In fact – and in truth – many of our descriptions carry valuations within.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Many things that we say about the world have intertwined within both descriptive and evaluative elements – and it is perhaps a mistake to think that those elements can be separated.</li></ul>

Our Sayings

Rawls extracts from under the veil a first rabbit: consent to liberty. We should seek equal freedom, autonomy, to run our lives as we want without harming others. That leads to valuing political liberty of thought and expression, free association and, indeed, ownership of personal property.

Consent to Liberty (1/2)

But behind the veil, our consent to the utilitarian goal, for example, would be irrational for it risks my enduring significant loss, if society’s overall happiness would result. We should, though, see the need for general educational and welfare provisions, and hence for lives being, to some extent, intruded upon to help others – the ill, the poor, the untalented – for we may be amongst those others.

Consent to Liberty (2/2)

Curiously, people are typically more comfortable with accepting some knowledge of the past than of the future. Perhaps we can see into the past through memory. Because of light’s travelling time, we perceive distant stars as they were millennia ago. Future events, though, do not yet exist – are not now.

Past and Future

We must accept some beliefs as true, in order to assess others. That does not rule out revisiting those accepted beliefs for assessment.

How to Assess Other Beliefs?

Inductive reasoning relies on nature having certain uniformities across the observed and the unobserved; but what can justify belief in such uniformities? There is sometimes the thought that if the inductive premiss covers numerous observed items, then it is at least likely that all items that are F are G. That thought merits challenge: knowledge of that likelihood would require knowing the total number of F items, observed and unobserved – even throughout the whole universe.

Inductive Reasoning

Scientific theories rely in some way on observations. The theories involve universal generalizations, expressions of so-called laws of nature assumed to apply across the universe, be they concerning forces, acceleration and mass, or relationships between pressures and volumes of gases, or boiling points of liquids and efficacy of antibiotics.

Scientific Theory (1/2)

The term ‘theory’ need convey no doubt or speculation. Reflect on the huge successes of numerous scientific theories and applications, from electrical equipment to medical treatments to transportation. How do we account for such seeming scientific knowledge, if induction lacks good justification?

Scientific Theory (2/2)

As implied with the swan tale, a hypothesis does not confront the world alone. When some disturbing evidence is encountered, we may cling to the tested hypothesis and revise either auxiliary generalizations assumed true or our beliefs about the initial conditions.

Hypothesis (1/2)

If a theory predicts that the new cosmetic developed will cause cell changes, then if the changes fail to materialize, maybe the theory was mistaken – but maybe the tested skin types were other than thought or the testing apparatus unreliable. Readers may recall physics lessons: if experiments failed to deliver expected results, the experiments (or experimenters) were assumed faulty, not that the relevant scientific theory had been falsified.

Hypothesis (2/2)

Once we gaze at the gap between evidence and what the evidence is for, we may reason that it must be illusory: there can exist nothing on the other side of the evidence. The gap is pure emptiness. All that I have to go on are my own experiences, so how can I judge what, if anything, is beyond them? The sceptical conclusion may be stronger than that question hints.

The Gap between Evidence and What the Evidence is for

Pascal argued that it is rational to believe in God. On the one hand, if you do so believe and there is a God, you have the likelihood of eternal bliss; if there is no God, you have wasted a few Sundays through confessions and foregone some small delights. On the other hand, if you are a non-believer and there is a God, then eternal damnation threatens, the possibility of which easily swamps the non-believing pleasures and your religion-free Sundays.

Pascal's View on God (1/2)

That reasoning is glib, for which God, which rituals, should you support? Even if the reasoning is sound, it does not itself enable you to believe in God – for you cannot just switch on belief. You may, though, seek genuine believers, hoping that their belief is contagious. Despite unworthy initial motives, you may become a genuine believer, passing any divine test for sincere belief.

Pascal's View on God (2/2)

Philosophy is the love of wisdom and wisdom is meant to be beyond mere cleverness and knowledge; it is meant to open eyes to what is important, to meaning, to values. Now, most academic philosophers these days, in their academic labours, rarely reach or even try to reach such eye-opening understanding; they may even question what constitutes that understanding.

So... What is Philosophy?

Philosophy, the “love of wisdom”, is the product of our endless fascination and curiosity about the world – the child of wonder. Through it, we seek to answer the most fundamental of questions: How do we know what we know? Does God exist? What is beauty? How should we live our lives? What am I? In this exhilarating tour, Peter Cave navigates all the main topics of philosophy with verve and clarity. Using witty and whimsical examples, including stoical sofas and Reg, the “regular” human, who just happens to carry his brain in a rucksack, Cave provides a welcome antidote to the dry textbook while covering everything from political philosophy to points of logic. Interspersed with helpful textboxes and underlining the enduring relevance of philosophy to us all, there is no better introduction for the aspiring sage.

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“I will take the Ring, though I do not know the way.”— Frodo Baggins (The Fellowship of the Ring, Book II, Chapter 2)

“All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.”— Gandalf (The Fellowship of the Ring, Book I, Chapter 2)

“There’s some good in this world, Mr. Frodo… and it’s worth fighting for.”— Samwise Gamgee (The Two Towers, Book IV, Chapter 8)

“A day may come when the courage of Men fails… but it is not this day.”— Aragorn (The Return of the King, Book V, Chapter 9)

“But in the end, it’s only a passing thing, this shadow. Even darkness must pass.”— Samwise Gamgee (The Two Towers, Book IV, Chapter 8)

"You won’t know where you’re headed until you start moving."

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In February 1689, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj was captured at Sangameshwar by Mughal forces under Muqarrab Khan. This marked the beginning of a horrific ordeal, following years of relentless defense of the Maratha Swarajya against the mighty Mughal empire.

The Lion's Capture: A Fateful February.

Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, enraged by Sambhaji Maharaj's defiance, offered a cruel choice: convert to Islam, surrender his forts, and live, or face unimaginable torment and death. Sambhaji Maharaj, unwavering in his faith and commitment to his people, chose defiance

Aurangzeb's Ultimatum: Faith or Death

Sambhaji Maharaj and his captured companions were paraded through Mughal territories, subjected to public humiliation and insults. This was the first stage of psychological torture, aimed at breaking their spirit before the physical torment began.

Initial Humiliation: A Public Spectacle

The initial days saw brutal attempts to force conversion. Accounts describe the removal of fingernails, burning with hot irons, and relentless beatings. The aim was to inflict maximum pain and terror, hoping to shatter his resolve quickly.

Day 1-10: The Breaking Point

As Sambhaji Maharaj continued to resist, the tortures escalated. Historical records suggest the piercing of his body with sharp instruments, the application of molten lead, and the systematic mutilation of his limbs. Each act was designed to inflict excruciating pain and force submission.

Day 11-20: Mutilation and Agony

Beyond physical pain, Sambhaji Maharaj endured severe mental torture. He was deprived of food and water, subjected to sleep deprivation, and forced to witness the suffering of his captured companions. The aim was to break his will and force him to betray his allies.

Day 21-30: Mental Torment and Deprivation

Even after enduring 40 days of unspeakable torture, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj remained defiant. He refused to divulge secrets, convert his faith, or betray his kingdom. His unwavering courage in the face of such brutality is a testament to his extraordinary character.

Day 31-40: Unyielding to the End

On March 11, 1689, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj was brutally executed. His martyrdom became a rallying cry for the Maratha people, solidifying their resolve to continue the fight for independence. His sacrifice is a cornerstone of Maratha history.

The Martyrdom: A Sacrifice Remembered

The torture and martyrdom of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj serve as a stark reminder of the price of freedom and the depths of human cruelty. His unwavering courage, resilience, and ultimate sacrifice continue to inspire generations.

A Legacy of Unbreakable Spirit

Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj's torture: A testament to unwavering courage and sacrifice in the Maratha struggle for independence.

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Every day, we find ourselves in different social settings where some people seem to have more influence or status than others. This isn't just a human thing; it happens in the animal world too! Understanding how these social structures work can really help us figure out how to succeed in them. One of the easiest ways to boost our standing is simply by paying attention to our posture.

1. Why good posture matters in social situations?

You know how we often put others first? We do it all the time with our pets, friends, and family. If our dog gets sick, we rush to the vet and follow all the instructions without a second thought. But when it comes to our own health, we sometimes ignore what doctors tell us. It makes you wonder why we show more kindness to our pets than to ourselves.

2. Take care of yourself like you do for others.

The people we hang out with can really shape our lives. It’s not just a saying; it’s a real thing that affects us in many ways. Take, for example, a story about a guy who had a childhood friend. This friend had so much potential but got stuck in a rut because of the negative crowd he was with. It’s a reminder that our friends can either lift us up or drag us down.

3. Why picking the right friends matters?

In today's world, it can feel like everyone is sharing their successes online, making it easy to lose sight of our own progress. Instead of comparing ourselves to others, we should focus on how far we've come in our own lives. True growth is about looking back at our past achievements, not measuring ourselves against someone else's highlight reel.

4. Embrace your own journey: Why self-comparison matters?

Being a parent is a big job. It's not just about making sure your child has food and clothes; it's also about helping them grow emotionally and socially. Nowadays, kids face a lot of different influences, so it's super important for parents to be involved in shaping who they become. The main idea here is that it's a parent's job to raise kids who are both responsible and kind. This isn't just a nice thought; it's really important for the child's happiness and for everyone around them.

5. Important role of parents in raising responsible kids.

Life can be tough, and it’s easy to feel weighed down by all the unfairness around us. Many people struggle with these harsh realities and sometimes look for extreme ways to cope with their pain. Some thinkers have shared their thoughts on this, suggesting that when life feels absurd, we might think about giving up or just ignoring the problems. But this kind of thinking can lead to tragic outcomes, like the heartbreaking events we've seen in schools.

6. Taking charge in a world full of challenges.

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of instant rewards. But sometimes, chasing after quick pleasures can distract us from what really matters in life. Think about the story of a monkey stuck in a cookie jar. It can easily grab a cookie, but when it tries to pull its hand out, it gets stuck. This shows us that being greedy can lead to trouble. Just like the monkey, many of us hold on to short-term pleasures instead of letting go for something better in the long run.

7. The power of sacrifice: Choosing meaning over quick fixes.

As we go through life, being honest is super important. When we lie to ourselves or others, we can end up fooling ourselves. This can lead to dreams that are way too big or goals that just aren’t realistic.We often create these 'life lies' because we want to believe in something that sounds good. For example, dreaming about a perfect retirement on a sunny beach with endless drinks is nice, but if we don’t see how unrealistic that is, we might just be chasing a fantasy. This can trap us in a cycle where we ignore what’s really happening around us.

8. Why being honest with ourselves atters?

Talking isn't just about exchanging words; it's a chance to learn and grow. Think about it: a wise person once said they only knew one thing for sure they knew nothing. This kind of humility opens the door to real conversations, where understanding matters more than winning an argument.Meaningful chats are like going on a journey of thought. Just like thinking helps us see different sides of a situation, conversations let us explore ideas together. This back-and-forth is super important for our personal growth. It helps us think about other viewpoints and fine-tune our own beliefs.

9. Talking together: A way to grow and understand each other

Life can feel really complicated, right? We have so many experiences, relationships, and challenges that it can be a bit overwhelming. Often, we focus on what's right in front of us and forget about the bigger picture. For example, when we see an apple on the ground, we might just think of it as something to eat, not considering the whole ecosystem that made it possible. This way of simplifying things helps us get through daily life without getting stuck in all the details.

10. Navigating life's complexity with clear communication.

How we view masculinity today? There’s a lot of talk about how some men can act in harmful ways, but it’s also crucial to recognize the good qualities that many men have. It’s all about finding a balance. We shouldn’t ignore the positive traits that come with being masculine just because some men behave badly.There’s a lot of anger in our society right now, especially towards men in power. Some people see the term 'patriarchy' as a bad thing, thinking it only hurts women and others who are marginalized. But it’s important to look understand that not all men fit into that negative mold.

11. Finding the right balance in masculinity.

Life is a mix of ups and downs. We all go through tough times, but there are also moments of happiness that make it all worthwhile. It's important to notice and celebrate those little joys, especially when things get hard.This idea reminds us to make the most of even the smallest joys. It’s not just about chasing happiness; it’s about being grateful and strong. When we focus on the good things, we can get through the hard times with hope. That little bit of progress is worth celebrating, no matter how small.

12. Finding joy in tough times.

Life is also about finding joy and beauty, even when things get tough. Those little moments of happiness are precious and remind us that there’s so much richness in life, even amid chaos. Whether it’s through our relationships, nature, or personal wins, appreciating the small things can give us purpose and keep us motivated.In the end, the message is all about empowerment. By owning our lives, being honest, and always trying to improve, we can face life’s challenges with more confidence and resilience. Yes, life can be hard, but it’s also a chance for growth and learning.

Conclusion

This book will let you explored 12 profound and practical principles to navigate through life's chaos, improve your decision making, and achieve personal growth.

#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER  #1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER What does everyone in the modern world need to know? Renowned psychologist Jordan B. Peterson's answer to this most difficult of questions uniquely combines the hard-won truths of ancient tradition with the stunning revelations of cutting-edge scientific research. Humorous, surprising and informative, Dr. Peterson tells us why skateboarding boys and girls must be left alone, what terrible fate awaits those who criticize too easily, and why you should always pet a cat when you meet one on the street. What does the nervous system of the lowly lobster have to tell us about standing up straight (with our shoulders back) and about success in life? Why did ancient Egyptians worship the capacity to pay careful attention as the highest of gods? What dreadful paths do people tread when they become resentful, arrogant and vengeful? Dr. Peterson journeys broadly, discussing discipline, freedom, adventure and responsibility, distilling the world's wisdom into 12 practical and profound rules for life. 12 Rules for Life shatters the modern commonplaces of science, faith and human nature, while transforming and ennobling the mind and spirit of its readers.

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Being authentic doesn't mean showing every emotion or thought you have at all times. Sometimes, authenticity involves knowing what to keep to yourself for personal reasons or out of respect for the situation. Holding back doesn't make you fake—it’s a form of emotional intelligence and self-care.

Authenticity Is Not About Full Transparency

People are multi-dimensional, and not everything is as simple as it appears on the surface. Your feelings and thoughts can be layered and change depending on the context, and that’s a natural part of being human. If they don't understand that, it’s more about them not grasping the complexity of human experience, not your authenticity.

Complexity Is Part of Being Human

There’s wisdom in choosing when and how to express your feelings. Over-sharing or showing everything could actually be seen as less authentic if it’s done just to meet others’ expectations of what “real” should look like. Authenticity is about staying true to what feels right for you, not what others expect.

Not Everything Needs to Be Shared

You can manage your emotions without pretending they don’t exist. Emotional regulation is a skill that helps you maintain your well-being and interact with others thoughtfully. It’s not about hiding your feelings, but about expressing them in a way that’s appropriate for the context.

Emotional Regulation Doesn’t Equal Being Fake

Some people are comfortable being vulnerable and open about everything, while others might be more reserved or selective about what they reveal. That doesn’t make one person more authentic than the other—it’s just a difference in how vulnerability is expressed.

Everyone Experiences Vulnerability Differently

There are times when showing vulnerability is appropriate, and other times when it might not be. If you're in a professional setting, or in a situation where your emotional state doesn’t impact the people around you, it may be more authentic to keep things composed. That doesn’t mean you’re hiding your true self—it means you’re discerning about when to share.

Context Matters

Authenticity is not about showing everything, but about being true to yourself, your emotions, and your boundaries.

Authenticity

People who live on the surface will always misunderstand depth. They don’t see the complexity, the nuance, the choices behind silence.

If someone judges you for not expressing everything you feel, it doesn’t mean you're fake. It means they don’t understand the complexity—the nuance—of being human

Being misunderstood doesn’t make you fake. It just means they see the surface, not the depth.

Here’s the truth behind it: - When someone shares a lot, people often label them as “too much,” “dramatic,” or “attention-seeking.” But they don’t usually question if that person is fake—they just see them as emotionally intense or messy, not inauthentic. - When someone shares very little, people often say things like “I don’t trust them,” “they’re hiding something,” or “they seem fake.” That’s because in many cultures, being open is equated with being real—so holding back is misunderstood.But both are valid ways of being.

It's rooted in a real pattern of how people tend to judge others

Overshare and they call it drama. Hold back and they call it fake. Either way, they miss the point—authenticity isn’t about quantity, it’s about truth.

Expressing oneself and keeping things private are both valid ways of living. People express to feel noticed and some guard to feel secure. None are false.
This is a human bias fact, but not the whole story.

Oversharing vs Not Sharing: Valid Ways of Being

Some people need to express to feel seen. Others need to protect to feel safe. Neither is fake.This is a real human bias. It’s just not the full picture.

"If people judge you because they don’t understand you, it’s not you—they just don’t understand complexity. They’re judging you from the surface, not from depth."

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Define authentic. Is it about showing every emotion, or is it about being true to yourself, even when you choose not to share everything?

Authenticity Beyond the Surface

"Father, hallowed be your name." (Luke 11:2)﻿Begin with the right heart posture—reverence. Not crippling fear, but acknowledgment of God's holiness. This forms the foundation for meaningful prayer.Yes, He is loving Father and sweet Jesus, but he is also the Creator of Heaven and Earth, and Lord over your life.

1. Reverence: To whom do you meet with?

Rather than approaching prayer defeated, stand confidently in who God says you are. Sometimes what God wants isn't another plea but your declaration of identity in Him

2. Disposition: Ditch the Spiritual Victim Mode

If you've received the Holy Spirit, use the gift of tongues during prayer. This spiritual language activates your spiritual faculties and makes prayer spontaneous, supernatural, and enjoyable.Discover how spiritual language transforms prayer in the complete blog at chieflings.com.

3. Spiritual Language: Use Your Advantage

Hold your desires and supplications with open hands, not clenched fists. Make sure you truly mean "Let Your will be done." This surrender isn't weakness—it's the pathway to extraordinary living.

4. Surrender: Release Your Prayer Agenda

When prayer becomes non-negotiable, it creates a sacred space where temptation's power diminishes as God's presence increases.The author shares how a regular prayer devotion saved him from a cycle of sin

5. Consistency: Make Prayer Your Sin-Breaker

Don't just talk—listen. Pause between sentences to observe spiritual illumination. In those deliberate silences, God often speaks what we need most.Practical listening techniques are discussed in the extended article

6. Listening: Create Space for God's Voice

Start prayer by acknowledging specific blessings. This practice dismantles entitlement and cultivates wonder, transforming your entire prayer experience.

7. Gratitude: Begin and End with Thanks

You don't need to implement all these tweaks at once. <ol><li class="ql-align-justify">Choose just one that resonates with you.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Practice it for a week.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Monitor and track changes.</li></ol>Find a slew of personal anecdotes and stories when you read the complete guide.

Next Steps

While praying during dry times shows spiritual maturity, your prayer life doesn't have to remain in a rut.

I have had a decent share of “barren” prayer seasons. You know the ones where prayer feels like a chore, where the experience feels dry, and you struggle to

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One learns to run yet never walk. <ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Spirituality isn’t just about learning in multitudes it’s also understanding the foundation where you’re standing on. One must also find deeper knowledge within the grounds you’re already have stepped on.</li></ul>

Basics

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Spirituality is a journey that everyone is on, but it takes true enlightenment to enact change.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Turn the subconscious to the conscious for a bit. Let your heart be guided by yourself. Trust yourself even your gut. (instincts)</li></ul>

The Journey

Being present and aware is important, when your mind is overbearing. Shall you use your senses to go into the now. It is literally everywhere, whether you are: walking, eating, breathing, what is important is that you change the way you do it.

Standing Ground

Generic Advice, right?I disagree.<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Look deeper into it, in every action you do. With every thought in yourself. With all of the now and your heart let yourself experience it and react how you’d react.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Experience it deeper (willingly) within your heart, your soul, your spirit and senses.</li></ul>

Be Your Self

Be yourself, love yourself.Own yourself. Let go of yourself.Kill yourself. Hold yourself.Enjoy yourself. Enjoy the neutral-ness.Live once, Die once.

It Goes Deeper…

We're born with a spirit, soul and body yet we treat it all as one. Let's separate the trinity!

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