Hello everyone!
Welcome to
My "Friendly" Home!
(I'd very much like to be remembered as a Saintly Sophist over that of a Devil's advocate. But, I fear now that there is perhaps a significant consensus of good day acquaints who regards the latter to be more true than not. However, the important question for me must be "Is life meaningful?" What is my philosophical logos? Arete )
“There are things which are within our power, and there are things which are beyond our power.”
― EPICTETUS, The Enchiridion
January 2021
A Philosophical Study: The "Stoicism" of "Flurishing"
(human flourishing, prosperity and blessedness)
"Eudaimonia, a philosophical term for the life that one would like to live, originally associated with Aristotle."
"Faced with pain, you will discover the power of endurance. If you are insulted, you will discover patience. In time, you will grow to be confident that there is not a single impression that you will not have the moral means to tolerate."
― Epictetus ( Enchiridion 10 )
( The Project Gutenberg EBook -- The Enchiridion by Epictetus )
( LibriVox Public Domain Audiobooks of The Enchiridion of Epictetus )
It's been stated by the philosopher Arrian that the maxims of the Enchiridion was selected from the Discourses of Epictetus according to what he considered to be most useful, most necessary, and most adapted to move people's minds.
(Philosophical Self Help YouTubes)
December 16, 2020
For my birthday this year, I'm asking for donations to Feeding America. I've chosen this nonprofit because its mission means a lot to me in this period of sadness due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and I hope you'll consider contributing as a way to celebrate with me and help feed a needy child. No Thanksgiving, no Christmas, the loss of family, and Hunger. The suffering doesn't stop for those children in poverty. This is America. Every little bit will help me reach my goal. I've included information about Feeding America below.
Thank you,
Mark
What is FeedingAmerica.org?
As the largest network of food banks, pantries, and meal programs in the country, Feeding America is the leading organization in the fight against hunger in the United States. 200 food banks strong, we serve over 40 million people in virtually every community in America. Since our beginnings 40 years ago, Feeding America has made innovative strides in combating food waste and providing fresh food to hungry people across the country. We believe that everyone has a role in ending hunger in America. Will you join us? Learn more at FeedingAmerica.org. Founded in 1979 (formerly named America's Second Harvest) Charity Navigator: Four Star Charity Better Business Bureau: Accredited Charity
Facebook pays all the processing fees for you, so 100% of your donation goes directly to the nonprofit.
January 17, 2021
This is to update everyone the FaceBook donation drive. And, I thought more of my so called friends would help to feed the needy as I did. It's sad for me!
