Tag: health
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Disruptive Technologies-3: Otism, Down syndrome and Some Ethical Topics
I saw a discussion on the internet. “Having an abortion because the baby has Down syndrome.” The comments underneath were, in many ways, ordinary — and yet deeply disturbing.While deciding over a human life seems frighteningly easy, taking real responsibility and thinking things through when deciding to have a child appears to be much harder.…
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The Superficial Side of Aesthetics and Its Impact
Aesthetics comes from the Ancient Greek word aísthēsis (αἴσθησις), meaning “to hear” and “to perceive.” It is a branch of philosophy that deals with the evaluation of beauty, the judgment of taste, and the study of sensory values. — Sir Wiki Pedia Today, however, aesthetics expresses the desire to imitate what is popular, to be…
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Project Management-5: Achieve Results Efficiently
Summer comes and how about the project? Everything feels great while munching on chocolates, flatbreads, and pastries… until summer hits. Then it’s: “Oh no, I’ve gained so much weight!” You rush to start working out, trying to fit back into your dress, bikini, pants, shorts, or suit—but by the time you’re halfway there, summer’s already…
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How to know yourself- 76: From Social Media to Self-Reflection
Self-Discovery and Reflection in the Modern World Self-discovery is truly a part of continuous growth — an ongoing effort to create a better life by blending what we learn from our experiences, the questions we ask ourselves, and the insights we gain. Today, the endless flow of information we are exposed to, constant comparisons with…
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How to Know Yourself-67: Building a Strong Self-Care Philosophy
Questions for Reflection: Health Challenges, Stress, and Self-Care Today’s self-reflection questions: Health issues and psychological challenges are inevitable realities in every human life. How we cope, how our mental state is affected, and the philosophy we adopt toward self-care are shaped by our personal experiences and insights. When you face a major health problem—especially a…
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How to Know Yourself-65: Mastering Mind and Stress
Today’s questions revolve around how the mind influences our physical health and emotional state. But let’s be clear — this isn’t about “it’s all in your head” or some heavy academic study. As always, we’re approaching today’s reflections playfully, without aiming for rigid conclusions. How does our mind affect our physical and emotional health? It…
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How to Know Yourself-64: Questions for Deep Reflection
The journey of self-discovery is an experience that helps us understand who we truly are. As we delve deeper into our existence, we encounter many questions that illuminate different aspects of our lives. The more we ask these questions, the more we not only learn new things about ourselves, but we also begin to see…
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How to Know Yourself-63: Understanding Health and Self-Awareness
Health, Self-Awareness, and Modern Misconceptions It’s a common saying: “Health comes first.” We’ve all heard it — a cliché as old as time, and famously voiced by figures like Sakıp Sabancı. But let’s set aside the cliché itself and ask ourselves some real questions about our own relationship with health. Getting to know ourselves is…
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How to Know Yourself-62: Navigating Curiosity and Experience
On the Desire for Novelty, Psychedelics, and the Search for Experience When it comes to exploring new things, do you see yourself as an extremist — someone who pushes all boundaries — or do you have certain limits and preconceptions that guide your actions? Have you ever seriously considered trying psychedelic substances? How did you…
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Break Free from Algorithmic Thinking
Sometimes, we expect too much from people who’ve spent most of their lives consuming information shaped by algorithms, click-driven news outlets, and ratings-hungry TV shows—without ever developing a reading habit. But here’s the truth:All content is designed to grab your attention and shape your thinking.And I don’t mean that in a conspiracy-theory way.Whether you realize…
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