From the simplest to the most complex, all creatures seek pleasurable, safe, and nutritious environments and avoid unpleasant, dangerous, and barren environments.

If our predictions are distorted, we may be drawn to situations we perceive as safe, pleasurable, or nourishing but encounter the opposite. Thought, speech and action are driven by habit, with craving at the root.

The convergence of Sigmund Freud's Drive Theory, Charles Darwin's Theory of Evolution, and Buddhist philosophy offer a template for understanding human behaviour and consciousness. Each of these frameworks, while arising from different contexts and disciplines, intersects at critical points, providing a perspective on the nature of human existence.

The concept of humility can be complex and multifaceted, often represented in various ways. One way to understand and explore humility is by considering it through the lens of quadrants.

To understand how far-reaching the menopause is, it can be useful to view the experience through the ‘bio/psycho/social model’. This allows for different strands to be considered and perhaps recognise where elements overlap. The social aspect of menopause can be particularly interesting, as depending on our culture, we may have been taught that the menopause is to be quietly tolerated.

This blog is a series of random reflections on this quest — both mine and potentially yours. Time and repeated encounters with emotional anguish have only fuelled my determination to delve deeper into this exploration. Mastering this journey means understanding the questions to ask and which questions offer no profitability in the journey to an awakened life.

Eliud Kipchoge, an elite Kenyan marathon runner, has eloquently compared discipline to the process of building muscle, emphasising its centrality to personal growth. His words reflect not only the determination required in sports but also resonate with deeper philosophical practices, such as meditation and generosity. This blog explores the connection between these seemingly disparate concepts.

Anxiety can be a complex and multifaceted emotion that arises when longing and fear collide. It is a robust psychological response to anticipating threats or desiring something out of reach. This collision between longing and fear can create a turbulent inner experience that affects our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.

The Vitakkasanthana Sutta, also known as the "Discourse on the Removal of Distracting Thoughts," is a practical guide from the Buddhist teachings for managing harmful or distracting thoughts. It proposes five strategies that can help us to foster a more peaceful and focused mind.

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