For instance, in my case, I swore to the following: Your Honor, ladies and gentlemen of the jury, all members of the public who are attending this hearing, and especi... more
For instance, in my case, I swore to the following: Your Honor, ladies and gentlemen of the jury, all members of the public who are attending this hearing, and especially the team of esteemed prosecuting attorneys, I personally had no direct involvement in nor any direct knowledge of a plot to sabotage that particular shipment of Vegemite that was being sent from Australia to the US on that particular day aboard that specific freighter, and it is my unwavering position that any person or persons who claim otherwise are vengeful, envious, and hate-filled liars. Grrrrrrrr. ~ less
Life entails inevitable suffering.
Death is inevitable.
Humans (and all forms of life) are born without their consent—no one chooses whether or not they come into existence.
... moreLife entails inevitable suffering.
Death is inevitable.
Humans (and all forms of life) are born without their consent—no one chooses whether or not they come into existence.
Although some people may turn out to be happy, this is not guaranteed, so to procreate is to gamble with another person's suffering.
There is an axiological asymmetry between good and bad things in life, such that coming into existence is always a harm.
I sure could use one right now to make my breakfast which takes 3 minutes tops, take care of the floors and just generally be helpful. I'm at the age with physical ... moreI sure could use one right now to make my breakfast which takes 3 minutes tops, take care of the floors and just generally be helpful. I'm at the age with physical limitations that make just getting through the day a real effort.
Can you recommend a book for men on how to present yourself in a professional manner as well as social aspects including good table manners and how to eat properly? I ha... moreCan you recommend a book for men on how to present yourself in a professional manner as well as social aspects including good table manners and how to eat properly? I have a young friend who is going to become a business owner within the next 6 months. He needs a little polish to help him become successful. If it is written specifically for men he will read it.
(1) Reason alone cannot be a motive to the will, but rather is the “slave of the passions” (see Section 3) (2) Moral distinctions are not derived from reason (see&... more(1) Reason alone cannot be a motive to the will, but rather is the “slave of the passions” (see Section 3) (2) Moral distinctions are not derived from reason (see Section 4). (3) Moral distinctions are derived from the moral sentiments: feelings of approval (esteem, praise) and disapproval (blame) felt by spectators who contemplate a character trait or action (see Section 7). (4) While some virtues and vices are natural (see Section 13), others, including justice, are artificialUmmman intellectual. I mean they're out to eat me alive. less
