Think "Anarchy". What does it conjure for you? What images come to mind? How does the idea of anarchy make you feel? Introspect for a while with your initial thoughts and feelings about anarchy. Make a mental note of associated words and ideas that come to mind. Anarchy is a concept that has endured many decades of … [Read more...] about Challenging our convictions about Anarchy – with Jeff Berwick
Philosophy
Exploding the myth that we create our own reality
A growing number of people within the matrix believe that we create our own reality. But is this true? In some ways it can be a tempting idea, but what are the implications? It is not a belief held by everyone, and not even by the majority within the Matrix. Supporters are most often ‘new age’ modern mystics as … [Read more...] about Exploding the myth that we create our own reality
Rites of passage into Manhood – with Darren Christopher Deogee
In a world of ever increasing man-bashing and overwhelming feminism it has never been more important to define manhood and to establish easy to recognise pathways to achieving it. Our current Western culture offers no guidance in what it means to be a man, let alone how to achieve it. This needs to change. What are … [Read more...] about Rites of passage into Manhood – with Darren Christopher Deogee
Lifelong Learning is the way out of the Matrix – Education (Part 2) with Mark Neale
To be in the Matrix is to do what everyone else does, often in ignorance of the greater context, hidden agendas, possible alternatives and even our own motives. To break out we need increased awareness, but the only way to become more aware is to gain knowledge. To gain knowledge we must educate ourselves. In a … [Read more...] about Lifelong Learning is the way out of the Matrix – Education (Part 2) with Mark Neale
Ep 54 Undoctored: Why you should avoid your conventional Doctor
Almost everyone thinks that their doctor is the person to go to about issues of health. This is understandable. However, in the current context of the control of the medical establishment by pharmaceutical corporations, this can be very bad for your health! Welcome to the Matrix. It has never been more important for us … [Read more...] about Ep 54 Undoctored: Why you should avoid your conventional Doctor
Exploding myths using the ideas of Ayn Rand – with Yaron Brook
The ideas and Philosophy of Ayn Rand are very useful tools to quickly cut through myths and find the truth. Understanding that contradictions cannot exist in reality and therefore when we find one we know that some conclusion is wrong. Also, learning to make sure we integrate all the information in our minds into one … [Read more...] about Exploding myths using the ideas of Ayn Rand – with Yaron Brook
A Theory of Objectivist Parenting – with Roslyn Ross
Parenting is very demanding yet endlessly rewarding. Roslyn Ross says in one of her blogs, "parenting today is the hardest job we’ll ever love". But although it is challenging it is perhaps one of the greatest opportunities for personal growth alongside the growth of the children. This is because if we are fully … [Read more...] about A Theory of Objectivist Parenting – with Roslyn Ross
Peace can only be found outside the Matrix
Peace is an almost universally held value, yet seemingly as elusive as happiness. Few would explicitly claim to not want to see peace in the wider community. However, human actions very often contradict explicitly professed values. Firstly, what exactly is peace anyway? What must be in place in order to achieve it? … [Read more...] about Peace can only be found outside the Matrix
The Philosophy of Objectivism with Dr David Kelley
Objectivism gives you clear unambiguous answers to the essential questions of life. What is the nature of reality? What is real and what is not? How can I know what is true? What should I do? How should I act? To answer questions such as these we need philosophy. In this episode of 'Living outside the Matrix', … [Read more...] about The Philosophy of Objectivism with Dr David Kelley
Capitalism – Villain or solution?
Capitalism is not the cause of any problems we humans face today. In fact, it is arguably the solution to all of them. Capitalism ensures your rights and your freedom. It serves you. Capitalism is the only socio-economic system that says that men are free! Capitalism is fundamentally opposed to slavery and to war. It … [Read more...] about Capitalism – Villain or solution?