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Through the Mirrors of Others : Self-Awareness, Projections, and the Paradox of Identity

The human experience is rife with irony, and few ironies are as deeply embedded in our existence as the one tied to self-awareness. We perceive ourselves not in isolation but through the lenses of others, often unwittingly projecting our fears, desires, and insecurities onto them. This projection distorts our understanding

On Being and Becoming

The notions of “being” and “becoming” represent two of the most profound philosophical questions concerning existence. They stretch across disciplines, from metaphysics to physics, from psychology to biology, offering deep insights into the nature of reality. In this essay I attempt to explore these concepts, drawing from ancient philosophical traditions,

The Conspiracy of Consciousness

He often found himself immersed in quiet contemplation, staring into the abyss of human existence, seeking to unravel the complexities that defined his every thought, decision, and emotion. From his earliest days of inquiry into philosophy, neuroscience, and existentialism, he had come to recognize an unsettling truth — consciousness was the

The Sense of Deprivation and FOMO in a Growing Delusional World

In the modern era, the sense of deprivation and Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) have become common emotional afflictions that cut across social, economic, and cultural divides. These phenomena, amplified by the hyper-connectedness of the digital age, are symptoms of a broader existential malaise within a world increasingly governed by

Narcissism as a Function of Evolution : Preserving the Physiochemical Identity

In the intricate web of human existence, narcissism stands as one of the more complex and often maligned psychological traits. From classical mythology to modern-day clinical psychology, narcissism has been viewed through a variety of lenses, often seen as a toxic self-absorption. However, when scrutinized under the paradigm of evolutionary

The Falling Raindrop and the Solitary Bird

As the raindrop begins its descent from the swelling womb of a darkened cloud, it must surely grapple with a peculiar existential angst. Its journey, inevitable and unrequested, mirrors the plight of sentient beings pondering their descent into meaning, into becoming. The raindrop is born of the vast sky, a

Words vs. Actions : The Unspoken Equation

When I reflect on the disconnect between what people say and what they do (actually), I often find myself grappling with the mathematics of human behavior. There’s an inherent asymmetry between language and action, a divergence that reveals much about the true nature of people. Understanding this tension is

The Weight of the Days

In the dance of dawn, we rise anew, Yet soon, the steps grow heavy, too. The sun once kissed with golden grace, Now dulls in skies we cannot face. We chase the dream, we crave the spark, But light fades slowly in the dark. The rhythm falters, time grows still,

Entwined Eternity : Memoir of Interlocked Hands

In the stillness of twilight, where the day surrenders to the night, two hands found each other. Their fingers, trembling with the tender anticipation of connection, interlocked with an intimacy that transcended the physical. These hands belonged to lovers whose bond was as much a union of minds as it

A Leaf’s Lament : The Waning of Green

I was born in the heart of spring, unfurling my vibrant green form to the world, an emblem of life and vitality. The tree that bore me stood tall and proud, its branches a testament to the cycle of growth and renewal. Each morning, I basked in the gentle caress