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Finding Purpose in the Face of Tragedy and Adversity

Finding Purpose in the Face of Tragedy and Adversity

by Ralph Lewis | Nov 17, 2018 | Uncategorised

We have the ability to mitigate random or senseless tragedy and adversity by making something good come from it. People often don’t realize how far-reaching their legacy can be.
Can Life Have Meaning in a Random Universe?

Can Life Have Meaning in a Random Universe?

by Ralph Lewis | Nov 4, 2018 | Uncategorised

Our sense of purpose is not dependent on the universe having a purpose. We are adept at meaning-making and we flourish through interdependent purpose. What we do matters to others.
Why We Should Not Be Impressed by Eerie Coincidences

Why We Should Not Be Impressed by Eerie Coincidences

by Ralph Lewis | Oct 27, 2018 | Uncategorised

Let’s get over our egocentric view that the universe is sending us messages. Belief in synchronicity is flawed by hindsight bias. Try writing down all your predictions in advance.
What Actually Is a Belief? And Why Is It So Hard to Change?

What Actually Is a Belief? And Why Is It So Hard to Change?

by Ralph Lewis | Oct 7, 2018 | Uncategorised

Beliefs probably evolved as energy saving shortcuts for processing information. The brain is invested in maintaining a stable internal equilibrium and a consistent sense of self.
Don’t Obsess Over Categorizing Mental Disorders

Don’t Obsess Over Categorizing Mental Disorders

by Ralph Lewis | Sep 23, 2018 | Uncategorised

Without the existence of extreme traits, we would have gone extinct as a species a long time ago. Many mental disorders are the inevitable result of genetic diversity.
Purpose, Meaning, and Morality Without God

Purpose, Meaning, and Morality Without God

by Ralph Lewis | Sep 9, 2018 | Uncategorised

The decline of religion will not result in nihilism, because religion is not the source of purpose, meaning and morality. Modern secular society is compassionate and flourishing.
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