Rene Descartes realized a large numbers of falsehood from his opinion, judgement, and beliefs that he had accepted to be true.This raises suspicion about his whole belief system, if some are bad, then others might be too. He also question the foundation of does beliefs since many beliefs have been built on the bad ones.

Introduction 

Rene Descartes wants to demolish his old beliefs system and start over again from beginning to established a new falsehood-proof undoubtedle foundational beliefs system as a basis for his new opinion, judgement, and beliefs.

Foundationalism 

Undoubtedle foundational beliefs system demands Certainty as a quality of it.So he generate doubt to the foundation of his old beliefs as many as possible to find something that is Certain. He doubt everything by formulating different Skeptical Hypothesis.

Methods of Universal Doubt 

First, he look at his primary source of his knowledge that he acquired and realized that it came from Experience. Experience relies on senses. he raise doubt to it:Premise 1: My senses sometimes deceive me. (e.g. Paredolia, optical illusion, false perception, etc.)Premise 2: One should never completely trust what once has deceived one. (Cartesian Quest for Certainty Principle)Conclusion: I should not completely trust my senses.

The Perceptual Illusion Hypothesis 

Rene Descartes doesn't seem to be satisfied, as this argument only doubt specific senses and at extreme circumstances—objects that are far away, very small, dimly lit, etc. thus, he find a circumstances were all of his senses are deceived.

Descartes realized that when he is in the state of having a Dream, he has a perception, at that moment he all of his senses are being deceived as everything in that world of dreams are indistinguishable to the world of reality.Premise 1: We can't always tell when we are dreaming.Premise 2: if we can't tell that we are dreaming, we can't be certain that we are dreaming right now.Premise 3: If we cannot be certain that we are not dreaming right now, then we cannot know anything about the world of reality.Conclusion: We can't know anything about the world of reality.

The Dreaming Hypothesis 

Rene Descartes still doesn't satisfied about this argument he insisted that even though we are in the world of dreams, we all know that dream is just reflection of the reality or a projection of Greater Reality.

The properties of the object: shape, quantity, and size."I may holding a book but this book may not exist and just an illusion from my dream world, But the property of it, this thing must be real." (Projection of greater reality)

Proof of Greater Reality in Dream

Descartes create a distinction about different thingsComposite things - are the things that are complex, always changing, dubious and must be doubt like Physics, Astronomy, and Medicine.Simple things - are the things that are fixed and unchanging like colors, shapes, quantities, space, time—the kinds of objects studied by Arithmetic and Geometry.Whenever I'm awake or sleeping 2 plus 3 is always equal to 5. Therefore, Simple things are the things that Rene Descartes can trust.

Composite and Simple Things

Rene Descartes doesn't seem to be satisfied about the simple things, he welcomed the possibilities that those properties are also falsehood.

He states that "God is all powerful so he could possibly deceived me even in simple things"But then he realized that the God he worship is an All-good being. therefore, that God will not deceived him.

Deception of a Powerful being

Then Rene Descartes insist that "what if there is some malignant evil genius exceedingly powerful and cunning. Devoted all of his power to deceived me. I shall supposed that the sky the earth, color, shape, sound, and all external things are illusion imposed by evil demon"

The Evil Genius Hypothesis 

This Evil Genius fed Rene Descartes' experience and make him think that this world and every simple things are real but in reality it is just simulated or a Grand Illusion generated by the demon.Premise 1: I can't rule out the possibility that I am deceived by an Evil Genius.Premise 2: if so, then I can't really know the real world.Conclusion: I can't know anything about the real world.This is the best possible skeptical argument.

At the end of Meditation One, Rene Descartes is force to consider himself as no eyes, no blood, nor any senses because any of those are doubtable. Therefore, those things lacks the quality of having Certainty.(Rene Descartes continued his Quest for Certainty in Meditation Two)

Summary of Meditation I. Of the things which may be brought within the sphere of the doubtful.

Understand yourself and those around you.

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Descartes' Meditation I

A brave warrior stands in the depths of the underworld, battling demons endlessly. 
He fights with all his strength, but the battle seems never-ending.
With each strike, he pushes himself further and deeper into the darkness, determined to conquer the abyss.
But is the warrior strong enough to prevail?
Only time will tell...

In the Depths of the Abyss

Every moment, a battle for his life.No rest, no respite, just endless pain.Each day a reminder of failure's stain.

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But through the darkness, he found a way To conquer his demons and seize the day. With sword in hand and courage ablaze, He faced his fears in a fiery maze.

The Courageous Hero

The battle raged on, intense and unforgiving.
Demons fought with all their might, but eventually retreated.

An Intense Battle

As he slept, his dreams were peaceful. Warm and tranquil, his demons became friends and their conflict ended. 
This was the first time in years that he found release.

Peaceful Dream

A warrior dreaming of dance? Inexplicable yet beautiful.
A moment of peace in a sea of chaos, a glimmer of hope.

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As the dawn approached, he longed to remain in the blissful depths where demons played. However, duty called and he was forced to wake from the dream that had finally been shattered.
But despite the shattered dream, he found a newfound peace within his heart. He was no longer controlled by his inner demons, and instead, was reborn as a warrior.

Duty Calls: Embracing a Newfound Peace

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Echoes of the Abyss: A Warrior's Dream

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Intentionally make ‘focus’ a priority in your life.First, identify what you need to prioritize.Next, allocate the time needed to complete your task without distraction.Finally, remove all other tasks or commitments during that dedicated time.

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Mindful meditation can boost focus by increasing the size of the brain's prefrontal cortex.To try mindful meditation:◦ Find a quiet place,◦ Set a timer,◦ Focus only on breathing.When your mind wanders, gently guide it back to your breath.

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“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.”

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The book emphasizes that change is a natural part of life and is inevitable. It is essential to accept that things will not always stay the same.

Change is Inevitable

Successful individuals and organizations anticipate and prepare for change. Instead of being caught off guard, develop a mindset that expects and embraces change.

Anticipate Change

People react to change differently. The characters in the story represent different approaches to change, from immediate acceptance to resistance and fear.

Reacting to Change

Adaptability is a crucial factor in navigating change successfully. The ability to adjust one's mindset and approach when faced with new circumstances is essential.

Adaptability is Key

Change often brings new opportunities. Instead of clinging to the past or resisting change, look for ways to leverage new situations for personal and professional growth.

Embrace New Opportunities

Fear of the unknown can hinder progress. The book encourages readers to face change without fear and to view it as a chance for adventure and discovery.

Don't Fear Change

Holding onto the past can be a barrier to future success. The characters learn that dwelling on what was lost prevents them from moving forward.

Let Go of the Past

The "cheese" in the story is a metaphor for what people want in life, whether it's success, happiness, relationships, or fulfillment. The story encourages readers to reflect on their own "cheese" and how they pursue it.

Cheese as a Metaphor

The characters learn the importance of regularly monitoring the environment for changes. This proactive approach helps in staying ahead of potential challenges and adapting quickly.

Monitoring Change

Being flexible and open to innovation are key components of adapting to change. The characters who successfully navigate change embrace creative solutions and are open to trying new things.

Flexibility and Innovation

The book underscores the importance of taking personal responsibility for one's own happiness and success. Rather than blaming external factors, individuals have the power to control their reactions and choices.

Personal Responsibility

Embracing change involves continuous learning and self-improvement. The characters who succeed are those who actively seek new knowledge and are willing to evolve.

Continuous Learning

"Who Moved My Cheese?" encourages readers to reflect on their attitudes toward change and provides valuable insights into navigating the uncertainties of life and work with a positive and adaptable mindset.

Summary

"Who Moved My Cheese?" by Dr. Spencer Johnson is a motivational business fable that uses a simple allegory to convey profound messages about change, adaptability, and embracing new opportunities. 

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Spencer Johnson, M.D. left behind a medical career to write short books about life. The most famous was “Who Moved My Cheese?" published in 1998. The book became a publishing phenomenon and a workplace manual. Over 50 million copies of Spencer Johnson’s books are in use worldwide in 47 languages.Dr. Johnson's education included a psychology degree from the University of Southern California, a M.D. from the Royal College of Surgeons and medical clerkships at Harvard Medical School and the Mayo Clinic.

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In Philosophy, there are various kind of theory of truths. These are some of them:• The Correspondence Theory of Truth• The Coherence Theory of Truth• The Pragmatic theory of TruthLets explore them in a Logical Argument Form

A statement is true if it corresponds to or accurately represents what is in the world. Premise 1: A proposition is true if it corresponds to or accurately represents what is in the world.Premise 2: Truth is a relation between propositions and facts.Premise 3: The world exists independently of our thoughts and language.Conclusion: A proposition is true if it accurately represents the objective reality. Example: "The water is hot" is true if in reality, the water is hot (It correspond).

The Correspondence Theory of Truth

A statement is true if it coheres or fits well with a system of beliefs or propositions. Premise 1: Truth is coherence within a system of propositions.Premise 2: Consistency and logical interconnectedness are essential for truth.Premise 3: Truth is a property of a set of propositions, not individual statements.Conclusion: A proposition is true if it coheres with a broader set of beliefs or propositions. Example: One says, "Many people are injured in the park," and another says, "The ambulance has arrived to the scene," they cohere if there is an incident happened in the park.

The Coherence Theory of Truth

A statement is true if it is pragmatically useful or works effectively in practice. Premise 1: The truth of a proposition is determined by its practical consequences.Premise 2: Truth is related to successful or effective action.Premise 3: Truth evolves as beliefs adapt to new experiences.Conclusion: A proposition is true if it proves useful, practical, or leads to successful outcomes. Example "Avoiding physical interaction will lead to low transmission rate of virus" the truth of this statement is measured by its practicality.

The Pragmatic Theory of Truth 

These theory of Truths have different criteria for determining what is true.

This will tackle the Three Major Theory of Truths in Philosophy.

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Establish a reliable system to collect all tasks, ideas, and commitments. This could be a physical inbox, a digital tool, or a combination of both. The goal is to ensure that nothing is left to memory, freeing the mind for more focused thinking.

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David Allen is an accomplished writer whose work has resonated with readers around the world. David Allen has published several books that explore a range of topics, from fiction to nonfiction, and has received critical acclaim for the ability to weave compelling narratives. David Allen's writing style is known for its depth and authenticity, and has earned quite a loyal following of readers.

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Psychology is about more than just information and facts. It's about gaining a deeper understanding and increasing our self-awareness.<ul><li>Information and data (can refer to the information gathered in psychology through talks, observations (interviews), and numerical data (from experiments and surveys) as data.</li><li>Deeper understanding</li><li>Self-awareness</li></ul>

Key Concepts in Psychology

Psychology is not just about information and facts, but it's about gaining a deeper understanding and awareness of ourselves and others. It goes beyond facts and data, aiming for a more profound understanding. That's why I find it fascinating.Psychology is not just about mere facts, data, or information. It delves into deeper understanding and aims for a more profound gaining of awareness. That's what makes it more than just a subject to study, but a fascinating journey towards self-discovery and growth. 🧠💭

Psychology: Beyond Facts and Data

And I also love to remind again!If you're intrigued by psychology, you know it's about information. But more importantly, you're constantly learning and expanding your awareness, which is true knowledge. Keep exploring!Here's a reminder of what psychology offers you again!<ul><li>Data</li><li>Information</li><li>Facts</li><li>Awareness</li><li>Knowledge</li></ul>You're on the right track in your journey of understanding 👍

If You Love Psychology, You'll Love Gaining Awareness 🤔

Psychology: Information vs Knowledge 

Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work.

The best book is the one that captivates you, making it impossible to put down. Whether it's a thrilling mystery, a romantic novel, or a self-improvement guide, finding a book that resonates with you can be a source of joy and growth.

The Allure of a Gripping Book

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Joy in Movement

The best health food is the one that delights your taste buds while nourishing your body. Explore various cuisines and recipes, and don't be afraid to experiment with new, healthy ingredients.

Savoring Healthful Eats

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Amidst the hustle of finding your best matches in books, exercise, food, and work, don't forget to take care of your mental well-being. Use <a href="https://freemeditationscripts.com/meditation-script/anxiety/calming-the-storm-a-free-guided-meditation-script-for-anxiety/">Free Meditation Scripts specifically designed for anxiety</a> relief and mindfulness to keep your mind as healthy as your body. If you are busy and short on time but want to try the benefits of meditation, go ahead and get the free script. You only need less than 10 minutes! Just read the script and let your imagination bring you into a deep trance. Once you have more time, try sitting still with eyes closed while replaying what you've read.

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The best work is the one you'd willingly do for free. It's where your passion and profession align, making every task feel rewarding. Reflect on what you love doing and explore ways to integrate that passion into your career.

Passion-Driven Work

We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.

What choices make you feel alive and fulfilled in reading, exercising, eating, and working? Share how you've found or are searching for your personal bests in these aspects of life, and how they contribute to your overall happiness and well-being.

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Shuzo Matsuoka, a notable figure, posed a thought-provoking question: "Are you living day by day?" This simple inquiry holds profound philosophical weight and invites us to examine our approach to life.Living day by day might indicate a lack of long-term goals or vision. While this approach can minimize stress and encourage living in the moment, it potentially hinders personal growth and achievement. Without future goals, we might miss opportunities for development and fulfillment.

 Reflecting on Shuzo Matsuoka's Question: "Are you living day by day?

In his insightful inquiry, Shuzo Matsuoka asks, "Are you lost and confused? 'I want to live!' It's easy!" This question challenges us to ponder the nature of existence, especially during times of uncertainty and confusion.In today's world, the abundance of choices can be overwhelming. This paradox often leads to confusion and a sense of being lost, as making decisions about how to live can be daunting.

The Complexity of the will to live

Shuzo Matsuoka's statement, "You can't think about the past, 'Why did I do that?' It'll just turn to anger," addresses a critical aspect of human psychology: our relationship with the past. This quote emphasizes the potential negative impact of dwelling on past mistakes.Matsuoka's statement reflects a fundamental truth: the past is immutable. Obsessing over what cannot be changed is an exercise in futility and can lead to a sense of helplessness.

The Past and Its Grip

In his insightful observation, Shuzo Matsuoka cautions against excessive preoccupation with the future, stating, "You can't also think about the future. 'Will it be okay?' It just turns to worry." This statement invites us to examine the nature of our concerns about what lies ahead and their effect on our well-being.Stoicism teaches the importance of focusing on the present and accepting what we cannot control. It advocates for preparing for the future but not being consumed by worry about it.

 The Future's Uncertainty

Shuzo Matsuoka's emphatic statement serves as a compelling call to action: to live fully in the present when the past and future are uncertain. By urging us to "hold on for dear life" and "stake your entire life in here and now," he highlights the vitality and immediacy of living in the moment.Matsuoka's words underscore the significance of the present moment as the only tangible and certain aspect of our existence. By focusing on the now, we actively participate in the process of living, rather than being passive observers.

Embracing the Present: Unpacking Shuzo Matsuoka's Call to Life

I remember watching this video when I wasn't in the best place during COVID. I hope that some of you, my readers, might find comfort in it, just as I did. Remember, what's most important is the current moment.

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Shuzo Matsuoka: Are you just living day to day?

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