Most people consider their own mental processes to be what thinking is, without ever considering the nature of the activity and without ever questioning the effectiveness of their particular methods. Modern schooling practices discourage critical thinking by their very nature (e.g. multiple-choice testing) and leave … [Read more...] about Why is thinking so important?
Philosophy
Meaningful Environmental Awareness
To most people, environmental awareness is all about global warming, or climate change, as it is now known. But there is a completely different way to look at environmentalism that makes perfect sense and contains none of the contradictions found in the mainstream narrative. There is an approach that priortises human … [Read more...] about Meaningful Environmental Awareness
Reasons to own land
Land ownership can be a lifestyle choice in its broadest sense - a way of life. It is one well suited to a growing number of people who wish to take control of their lives by creating more security, broadening their options and delighting in a renewed sense of connection to the earth. I am convinced that if more people … [Read more...] about Reasons to own land