Philosophy.
Quick Hits
10 random key ideas.
1.
Confucianism began as an applied philosophy of social order and moral normalcy, later becoming a foundational system for Chinese governance and education.
2.
Quote:
- Laozi.
- circa 550 BCE.
Meaning:
Laozi opens the Dao De Jing by reminding us that ultimate reality cannot be captured by words, names, or ideas. He opens with the split.
3.
From History: How predetermined are our choices?
You may not control everything, but you still must choose how to live. Living well means choosing with positive intent now and for the future.
4.
The Harm Principle says personal freedom should be protected unless a person harms others. In TST, it marks the boundary where Group Ethics begins.
5.
Quote:
- Michael Alan Prestwood.
- 2002.
Meaning:
This triad balances structure, character, and consequence. Legal, moral, and fair align personal integrity with social stability and responsibility.
6.
From History: Existence before essence.
Identity is not one thing. It is a living mosaic made of inherited traits, personal choices, social influences, and life experiences. We are not born with a fully formed essence. We build who we become.
8.
Quote:
- Marcus Aurelius.
- circa 160 CE.
Meaning:
Your thoughts color your inner life. By examining and reframing them in light of reality, you can change your mood, strengthen your character, and regain control.
9.
From History: Atman, the idea of self.
Self and Non-self offer rival metaphysical answers. TST Philosophy asks you to ground public truth and systems in the material world.
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