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When Physics Meets Philosophy and Religion
There are moments in learning when something clicks—when an idea at first elusive suddenly becomes illuminating. It sends a subtle tremble down your spine.…
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The Power of Right Speech
Mindfulness is one of the approaches to improving our quality of life. It originates from Buddhist practices and has been widely adapted in modern…
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The Garden of the Mind
Many of the issues we face in life originate from our minds. If our minds were clear and well-maintained, I believe most of these…
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Who Drives Your Life?
You often hear the encouragement: You should be the one to drive your life since it is ultimately yours and no one else’s. It…
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The Trolley Problem and the Cross
You see a runaway trolley speeding down a track. Five people stand in its path, unaware of the impending disaster. You’re standing by a…
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Eyes Wide Open, Yet Blind
Often we say that something is “eye-opening.” The implication is that as our eyes open, we move toward a state of enlightenment. After a…
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Loneliness, Love, and the Redemption
In his letters, Apostle Paul emphasizes the value of being single. He often says that it’s better not to be married so we can…
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In Ramah, Rachel’s Weeping
On the first Sunday of the new year, usually, the Bible versions we hear in the mass or service are on the story of…
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Naked Authenticity
The style is important. With it, anything can look good. But if we focus too much on the style, we might miss something more…
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Our Monastery Within
The motto of the Benedictine Order is well known: “pray and work.” In Latin, ora et labora. Monks in this religious tradition devote their…
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Philosopher’s Christmas
Feeling fear and anxiety is one of the signs that we are alive. If we can make a distinction between fear and anxiety, fear…
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The Meaning of Gifts
The holiday season is still ongoing. We find ourselves “busy” with various parties and reunions. For some, especially if you are in a country…