"The Amish are best known for their plain clothing, most of it self-made, and nonconformist lifestyle" -- britannica.
Love and Responsibility, by Karol Wojtyla (Pope John Paul II)
Apologetic work of Catholic tradition regarding family life and sexual morality from Pope John Paul II.
enlisting in the army when there is war out of a sense of duty
Request: Pacifism is below 200 [in Truth vs. Falsehood].
Bybit crypto exchange
Within it, you can trade over 1,400 cryptocurrencies using spot markets and futures contracts, with leverage up to 200X. However, some listed coins are "high risk" and not always verified or subjected to security audits -- cryptonomist.ch. Calibrated: their way of doing business.
The Science of Getting Rich
1910 New Thought philosophy by Wallace D. Wattle, marketed as "The secret behind 'The Secret'."
Life with Doc: My Husband & My Teacher, Dr. David R. Hawkins
Susan was "was his closest collaborator, and he was never on stage without her. Her book is full of humor and heart as she tells story upon story of their experiences at home and on the road" -- amazon.
Beyond Illusion, by David R. Hawkins
Exploring Perception, Ego, and Meditation on the Path to Truth. To be released April 29, 2025. Based on The Way to God lecture series.
God shock
An "authentic spiritual state" contrasted with the pathological state of schizophrenic disorganization, as mentioned in Truth vs. Falsehood.
hero
Request: “a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.” - Oxford languages.
optimal conditions for starting the Final Run
Request: e.g. solitude, a place where one is undisturbed and will not budge from, …
The Wild Robot (2024)
Request: I watched this movie tonight and thought it was so touching.
Positive Psychology
A reaction against past practices that tended to focus on mental illness and emphasized maladaptive behavior and negative thinking. It builds on the humanistic movement of Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers, which encourages an emphasis on happiness, well-being, and purpose -- wikipedia.
Tom Hanks
Known for both his comedic and dramatic roles, he is one of the most popular and recognizable film stars worldwide, and is regarded as an American cultural icon. Hanks is ranked as the fifth-highest-grossing American film actor -- wikipedia.
koan
a succinct paradoxical statement or question used as a meditation discipline for novices, particularly in the [Zen] Rinzai sect -- britannica.
judging a partner's sexual past
Request: Some people impose stricter standards, looking down on those with a history of one-night stands or similar behaviors… Overall, is it integrous to consider a partner's past important?