(The following is an excerpt from the book “Finding Faith in a Logical World.”) The idea that there is an entity that has an infinite existence is contrary to our human experience and is therefore, in conflict with our logical … Continue reading
Most of us spend our lives flipping a coin to decide between equally balanced possibilities. Oh, maybe not so much a real coin, but some of the choices we make might as well be decided in such a fashion. This … Continue reading
There is a common expression – “whatever doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger.” The origin of this expression can be traced back to 19th-century German philosopher, Friedrich Nietzsche who wrote “Out of life’s school of war—what doesn’t kill me, makes me … Continue reading
She was disappointed – again. It wasn’t exactly a new story. In fact, it was a story that she shared with many others. Another week gone by, another lottery drawing, but still no winning of those life-changing pots. Despite all … Continue reading
It’s only natural that we focus our attention on the human condition. All of our efforts to gain knowledge, to gain understanding, to gain control, are related to humanity and our place in the universe. We strive to understand how … Continue reading
For some time, there has been a philosophy floating around that wishful thinking creates a flow of energy that will fulfill your dreams. Such thinking is equal parts incredibly insightful and incredibly naive. Yes, a positive attitude can certainly have … Continue reading
One of the most pressing issues in today’s world is the issue of safe, clean energy. After hundreds of years of consuming the world’s various resources, mankind is waking up to the reality that those resources are not unlimited. In … Continue reading
