Contemporary Philosophies - A look at Life Issues

The entire globe is made up of complex belief systems that have developed as a result of human interactions with nature and the need for us to try and understand our existence. The idea of an all-powerful supernatural being or life force that guides us allows us to come to terms with the fact that despite our dark nature we have hope for a better life and a future without pain or trauma. It reassures us that good will ultimately triumph over evil. How is this achieved? Our ultimate reward is dependent on our actions throughout life and how we follow the precepts and principles that guide our being. It is widely accepted that our actions or deeds will ultimately be rewarded, this is referred to as karma or judgment. This means that each of us holds the power to determine how we live, how we influence those around us, and how we will live out immortality when the mortal body perishes. One thing for sure is that whatever we put in will ultimately be our reward. Hence, don't allow the

  Be The Best You  Humans are created in the image and likeness of God which means that we are set apart and endowed with special gifts and responsibilities as stated in the book of Genesis. These special gifts and responsibilities are what make us who we are and shape the world around us and our life experiences allow us to view life from different perspectives. However, there is a huge obstacle that stands in the way of our destiny and that is the Inferiority Complex to put in simple low self-esteem. In this lesson, we will define self-esteem and exam three ways to overcome low self-esteem. What is low self-esteem?  Low self-esteem refers to lacking self-confidence which manifests as self-doubt, little to no self-respect, and love for one's self. This is often evident in individuals going through an identity crisis and is common to all age groups some more prominent than others. The Scope Low self-esteem is a battle with oneself and the main factor that contribute to a person dev

The true character of a man is in his ability to recognize his imperfections and work towards strengthening those shortcomings. R. Smith 2018 . We are a work in progress and it is important that we identify the flaws that we have and try to improve them because that is how we will grow and ultimately become one with God by confessing our sins. Remember we are accountable unto him who sets us free and therefore we must ensure that we do the things that are pleasing in his sight by recognizing that by ourselves we are nothing and pray for his strength. The word of the Lord tells us " If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." 1 John 1:9. Let us not forget that our imperfection is as a result of the sins of our foreparents and "we have all sinned and fallen short of the glory of God" Roman 3:23. Therefore, let us develop our strengths and work on our shortcomings. Accept who we are and become overco

Blind are those who walk in self-glory, dead are those who bath in vanity but righteous is the man who walks in love and free is the man who exercises empathy. R. Smith 2019 Our society has lost touch with its humanity. We no longer have the ability to empathize with each other. However, all hope is not lost because we have souls who are constantly expressing love to each other and are granting the gift of charity. Let us not believe ourselves to be superior to others but rather let us strive to help others become the best version of themselves. Put yourself in your brother's/sisters' shoes and try to see life from there perspective. Let us not be conceited but try to be hopeful, kind, and righteous by asking for guidance from God. The Prayer Lord, we come to you humbled in thy sight. We are nothing without your wisdom, your grace, and your glory. Lord continue to guide us and lead us on the path of righteousness. Lord we ask of you to purify and sanctify our hearts and mind

The true character of a person doesn't show when they win but rather when they lose. Be a good sport and learn from life's lessons. R. Smith 2018 True champions are not at all concerned with just winning. They are concerned with the advancement and development of self, others, and the sport or activity in which they are engaged. It is vital that when we teach about success, we emphasize the importance of failure because in this life we fail more often than we succeed. Our failures build us, it motivates us and it makes us appreciate our victory and breakthroughs. Life is a game so let us learn the art of true sportsmanship.  Be Inspired By R. E. Smith

 

 Each life is Sacred Our lives are made up of countless experiences and like all living things, we pass through various stages of growth and development. Many scholars and medical practitioners argue over the exact moment when life begins. Though this is important it may not be the easiest thing to argue because it is subjected to countless opinions and views. Nonetheless, let us examine a few perspectives put forward by individuals and religions about life and when it truly begins. What is Life?  Life is often referred to as the essence of our being that innermost part that makes up our state of consciousness. It takes into account our spiritual, physical, and emotional development. These are the qualities that separate us from other species and this is what it means to be human. Our ability to think, reason, and solve complex problems sets us apart from all other life forms. This ability is referred to as knowledge, understanding, and emotional intelligence. When does Li

Humans are like computer-based applications programmed for a specific reason or purpose and like these applications, humans are programmed with the innate drive to seek out and find the meaning of life. We often engage in conversation about life and what it really is and it comes to this single fact that life is a gift. Humans beings are granted this special gift, the gift of life and many do not appreciate it, life should be cherished and preserved. Ever so often we read and hear biologists and medical practitioners describe life as the characteristics that set us apart from inanimate objectives. These attributes include the ability to grow, think, reproduce, and ultimately die; the Circle of Life. The biological composition of plants and animals are unique though they are separate state of beings. One has the ability to think while the other relies on external stimuli. Humans have long been considered to be the most advanced organism on the planet due to our varying cognitive ab

Success is a habit, it captivates the mind and manifest into actions. R. Smith 2019

Knowledge and wisdom are key ingredients in immortalizing mundanes. R. Smith 2020