Author Archives: bryan

‘Politics’ may seem an odd choice of topic for a site that professes ‘A Philosophy of Happiness and Hope’. At first glance, it does not seem likely that power and control in ‘any’ arena could possibly narrow the gap on … Continue reading →

What is the difference between a Good Day and a Bad Day? Do emotions always trump reason? How long does it take the average person to rationally work their way back from a garden-variety emotional spike (positive or negative) in … Continue reading →

Last week I encouraged myself to let go of my ego. I contemplated a society with no egos and wondered if the commonality would be loneliness and despair or compassion and community. I am guessing that question arose because the … Continue reading →

I have to let go; or (as the case may be) jump off. I’m talking about my pedestal. I think we all have one; a very ornate, marble, solid (yet comfortable and secure) pedestal. I stand on it, tall and … Continue reading →

The idea of moving from ‘order to disorder’ or ‘simplicity to complexity’ is fascinating. For me (and I believe for many others) it succinctly describes the direction that we do move through time. One cannot erase experience. We may not … Continue reading →