A Little Reason
There is no society in human history that ever suffered because its people became too reasonable.
- Sam Harris 10 Myths—and 10 Truths—About Atheism
Thought Shards
Definition #231
Professionalism:
The capacity for diplomatic behavior that consumes the ability to be honest.
See also politics.
Epiphany #73
Yup. Now, I get it. No wonder I’m grumpy so much. No wonder people think I’m distant so often. No wonder I’m always so busy. My small clutch of guiding principles are a play set of irreconcilable beliefs that I mentally juggle most of my days. To wit…
* I am a misanthropic humanist.
* I am […]
Observation #426: Against a Separation
A thought not felt passionately is a thought not worth holding.
A feeling not thought through is an emotion not worth feeling.
Observation #27: Time, The Boss Man
Time is the only real boss around these parts.
Defy him, mortal, by owning your finite moments.
Whenever you can. However you can. Wherever you can.
Die trying.
Observation #1306: Life Force
The most lively people I’ve known all hoist the dead around within them: father, mother, brother, sister, themselves.
Definition #9
Consicousness (ca. 2008):
An editor of the already edited.
Aphorism #3.16
One man’s psychoses are another man’s principles.
Definition #4
A man
is a premature act
of self defense
hardened into habit.
Definition #2
A cynic
is an idealist
who’s seen too much.
