#endurance philosophy

[borngeniusworld]

Don't Quit, Until You Win

Don’t Quit Until You Win Quotes 1. “Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.” – Muhammad Ali 2. “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston Churchill 3. “It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get up.” – Vince Lombardi 4. “Winners never quit, and quitters never win.” – Vince Lombardi 5. “The…

[ashesandhalefire]

You know those places you always end up in your dreams? You know, your subconscious brain takes you there because it's a safe space in real life? This house is that for me.

[theabigailthorn]

tfw one of your fave blogs shuts down

[thepersonalwords]

Life is all about endurance.

Lailah Gifty Akita

[blackswaneuroparedux]

To those human beings who are of any concern to me I wish suffering, desolation, sickness, ill-treatment, indignities - I wish that they should not remain unfamiliar with profound self-contempt, the torture of self-mistrust, the wretchedness of the vanquished: I have no pity for them, because I wish them the only thing that can prove today whether one is worth anything or not - that one endures.

- Friedrich Nietzsche, The Will to Power

[occasionaltouhou]

tangent time. i genuinely don't think there are Bad People and i think assigning a touhou as a Bad Person is a moral trap. many touhous - arguably, almost every touhou - is an antagonist; a number of touhous are, by the technical definition, villains; but a Bad Person?

what measure is a bad person, in this context? is reimu evil for enforcing an inherently unnatural status quo that she knows, for a fact, sometimes kills people? you could easily make the argument that she is. but we accept that gensokyo exists as part of the default, and therefore we find ourselves framing things against it.

is seiga a Bad Person? is there no possible reframing of the situation in which she could be a protagonist? is the rebellious seija evil, for defying a world she sees as incorrect? are the lunarians evil? are the residents of the animal realm evil? are the residents of hell evil? is there truly a character you can so callously condemn with the title of "Bad Person"?

is an eagle evil for snatching a newborn mouse from the hole it came from? is a snake evil for poisoning a child that disturbed its home? is there any true good or evil in a world built of circumstances?

[arabdoll]

"Freedom is the will to be responsible for ourselves. It is to preserve the distance which separates us from other men. To grow more indifferent to hardship, to severity, to privation, and even to life itself. To be ready to sacrifice men for one's cause, one's self included".

Fredrick Nietzsche

[namitha]

In the words of Kafka, the sentiment that anything we hold dear is prone to slipping from our grasp resonates deeply. The truth of his observation is undeniable: the things we cherish most are often ephemeral, destined to fade away. Yet, within this paradox lies a glimmer of hope. Love, a force that defies reason and transcends boundaries, possesses an innate resilience. It may elude us in its familiar form, slipping through our fingers like grains of sand. But as time unfolds its intricate tapestry, love has a way of reemerging, transformed and reimagined. It manifests anew, a testament to its enduring nature. Kafka's insight serves as a poignant reminder that the cycle of loss and rediscovery is an intrinsic facet of the human experience, an enigmatic dance between vulnerability and resurgence.

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[thepursuitofunderstanding]

Oh, love isn't there to make us happy. I believe it exists to show us how much we can endure.

Hermann Hesse

[olenaart]

(via "Life's Umbrella - Embracing the Journey" Graphic T-Shirt for Sale by OLena Art ❣️)'Life's Umbrella', a stunning piece featuring an intricately decorated umbrella against a contrasting black background. The ornate design and delicate details create a sense of depth and texture, while a poignant quote by Robert Frost adds a contemplative dimension to the piece. I was inspired to create this artwork as a reflection on the enduring nature of life, even in the face of adversity. I am thrilled to share this piece with you and hope it sparks meaningful contemplation. #Art #NewArtwork #LifesUmbrella"  The design on the umbrella's canopy is ornate, incorporating a variety of floral and paisley patterns which are densely packed together to form a lace-like texture. The individual elements display a high degree of detail, with small flowers, leaves, and swirling forms that contribute to the overall delicate and elaborate appearance.Subtle gradations of white suggest a sense of volume and shading, giving the artwork a three-dimensional feel. This effect is enhanced by the highlights along the edges and tip of the umbrella, which seem to replicate the reflective quality of a glossy surface.The handle of the umbrella has a classic hooked shape, which is rendered with a lighter touch, allowing for the texture of the surface below to show through, as it seems to rest on a reflective wet surface, mimicking the presence of water droplets or a puddle.Beneath the umbrella, there is a quote in white text attributed to Robert Frost which reads: "In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: it goes on." The presence of this quote adds a philosophical or contemplative dimension to the piece, inviting the viewer to reflect on the endurance and continuity of life, possibly in the face of adversities symbolized by the protective nature of the umbrella.

[wellenklavier]

auughh i want to do too many things theres not enough hours in the day or dollars in my bank account

[borngeniusworld]

Don't Quit, Until You Win

Don’t Quit Until You Win Quotes 1. “Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.” – Muhammad Ali 2. “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston Churchill 3. “It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get up.” – Vince Lombardi 4. “Winners never quit, and quitters never win.” – Vince Lombardi 5. “The…

[bwhitex]

Merry Christmas!

This festive season, as we gather to celebrate warmth, generosity, and good cheer, and ready ourselves for the holiday tomorrow. It's the perfect moment to reflect on a gift that isn't found under the tree: the enduring gift of virtue. Rooted in ancient Greek philosophy, the ideals of moral excellence have traveled through time, inviting us to ponder—what does it truly mean to be virtuous in today's world? Let's unwrap this timeless question together, exploring how the virtues of old can illuminate the path to a more compassionate and upright life amidst the modern holiday bustle.

As we deck the halls and unwrap the gifts, have we considered the greatest present of all a life adorned with virtue? How might the spirit of this season inspire us to embody the ancient wisdom of Greek philosophers in our modern world? Firstly, would one define exactly what virtue means anyways? Below I have developed an equation to explain and define just that:

Virtue = (Wisdom + Courage + Temperance + Justice) Compassion

This equation literally read virtue is wisdom, courage, temperance and justice all maximized compassion. The concept of virtue is indeed intriguing and multifaceted. At its core, the question arises: Can one lead a virtuous life while being secular? To unravel this, we must consider the core virtues that are universally esteemed.

Foremost, wisdom in essence guides people like moral compass and informs our choices. Alongside wisdom, courage is indispensable, for it empowers us to resist vices, which are often the path of least resistance. The prevalence of vice is evident in human society, reflecting our inherent imperfections. It is perhaps our recognition of these flaws that leads us to conceive of deities ideals of perfection beyond our mortal capacities.

Temperance, too, is vital, for it is the very measure that allows us to moderate our impulses and strive towards these higher ideals. In envisioning divine beings as 'not human,' we implicitly acknowledge this aspiration towards a transcendence of our baser nature.

Justice is another pillar of virtue, going beyond mere fairness to encompass the active pursuit of what is morally right. But the essence of virtue does not rest solely on wisdom, courage, temperance, and justice. These qualities reach their fullest expression through compassion—a force that amplifies and extends virtue beyond the self to the broader realm of external and internal human interaction.

In essence, to be virtuously secular is to embrace these universal values wisdom, courage, temperance, justice, and compassion not as divine edicts but as intrinsic components of human excellence and ethical living. Whenever mathematical notation, an equation has a symbol outside "()" but not in "[]" denotes an operation or function indicating multiplication, function application, or acts as a modifier or qualifier, which prescribes the method in which all elements within the "()" will be processed. Thus, it's not merely sufficient to possess wisdom, courage, temperance, and justice; the manner in which these virtues are expressed and enacted in societal interactions must be deeply infused with compassion. Within every methodology lies an inherent commitment to function, necessitating a duty to act and often a self-sacrificing element dedicated to generating desired outcomes.

The Atomic Meanings

In considering the etymological and philosophical underpinnings of virtue, we must acknowledge the intricate tapestry woven from the ancient threads of wisdom, courage, temperance, and justice, all amplified by compassion. The Greek origins of these terms provide a nuanced understanding that transcends their simple translations, embedding within them a rich history of philosophical thought. But each word used in my equation are actually composed of atomic values, and we should examine the roots, know what all the true oppositional forces and relational factors would be in the case of Virtue. The roots, are Greek of course, and we should know what these borrowed words meant first its original use, so we can understand fully the boundaries of what is meant.

Wisdom = deep understandings (Σophia) + discursive thought (Διάνοια) + comprehension of interconnectivity (Σύνεσις), + practical application (Φρόνησις)

Starting with the embodiment of Wisdom. Wisdom, in its most atomic form, it represents the sum deep understandings (Σophia), discursive thought (Διάνοια), comprehension of interconnectivity (Σύνεσις), and practical application (Φρόνησις). One would need know about more than thing, have reason and by that know the steps of how they got to their “knowing about more than one thing”, which means to analyze thing they know. Not only would they would the ability analyze, they’d need to be quick at it, then apply those knowledge systems with prudence. So precisely by aiming them at something useful and with boundaries. This multifaceted construct suggests that true wisdom is not merely about knowing facts but also involves the ability to think critically, understand complex systems, and apply knowledge judiciously in the real world. Wisdom is thus a dynamic interplay between intellect and action, theory and practice, knowledge and its purposeful utilization.

Courage = Ability (Ἀνδρεία (Andreia) + enduranceὙπομονή (Hypomone) + progress Προκοπή (Prokope) + disclosure Ἀλήθεια (Aletheia))

Now, to embody courage. Here, with all its atomic meaning next to it, this equation reads that courage is the sum of ability, endurance, progress and disclosure.

This Greek word (Ἀνδρεία) actually is a Greek word means “man”, and since females pick winners, the truest and smallest component for what this word actually means, is ability. Men are able, that’s what makes the whole species of humanity right now so centered around males, and also why matriarchal systems exist. It’s cause men, they are able, and they win. Courage encompasses more than mere ability though; it includes having an interest towards what is challenging, one must have the feeling of interest to face challenges, so endurance (Ἀνδρεία), and if one does that a natural outcome will be the feelings of joy and sadness towards their challenges. I say that because one may find interest in his challenges, sure joy will come from just our ability of looking problems straight in the face, there will be also be sadness, not just when we see well, we have a problem, and the ego processes it’s awareness in being vulnerable no. Sadness comes from hierarchy of value, realizing ability is ranked, most able is better, but also from a feeling of longing towards the whole struggle being over. There fore one must think of their reasons to suffer while able, thus the resilience towards hardships or possessing endurance (Ὑπομονή), matters.

To embody courage though we can’t as humans just embody all that, no one must commit. Have this sense of duty to the dedication to personal growth, or progress (Προκοπή). To embody the true meaning of Courage own would need all that and posses also a commitment to honest disclosure(Ἀλήθεια), of all that.

This robust virtue is not about reckless risk-taking but rather the cultivation of a steadfast character that can withstand adversity, pursue constant self-improvement, and remain anchored in honesty and authenticity.

Temperance = Moderation (Σωφροσύνη (Sophrosyne) + self mastery Ἐγκράτεια (Enkrateia) + gentle disposition Πραΰτης (Prautes) + sensible Φρόνιμος (Phronimos)

This equation literaty reads that Temperance is the sum of moderation, self mastery, gentle deposition, and sensible. To fully embody Temperance one is never just one thing, but middle, moderate (Σωφροσύνη), to do that one must also posses ability to apply limits to self, or self mastery (Ἐγκράτεια). They would also need to posses qualities of gentleness (Πραΰτης), and posses a practical form of sensibility (Φρόνιμος). Meaning the It is a virtue that calls for balance, self-discipline, and a gentle demeanor, coupled with their own reasons to navigate life's practical matters, with a degree resistance. Resistances here, one needs only to feel disgusted, fear, anxiety and anger with self, to resist an impulse and indulgence. A sensitivity to that but preference for feeling more joy, sadness and interest, matters in order to embody the balance and self limits necessary for true temperance. This equilibrium enables individuals to control their impulses and desires, leading to a harmonious and measured life.

Justice = Fairness (Δίκη (Dike) + Ἰσότης (Isotes) Universal + Rule Νόμος (Nomos) + Direct Εὐθύς (Euthus)

This equation reads, Justice is fair, universal, direct and rule. The full embodiment of Justice, as a virtue, is rooted in fairness (Δίκη). It also means means one must embody equality, and equality has both symmetrical and complimentary balances of which are universal (Ἰσότης). It means to be honesty or direct (Εὐθύς), and these are rules (Νόμος) in which one would self govern or laws in which to live by.

To embody justice one must have fair, universal, direct and rules. Direct rules, are active, but universal and fair principle that seeks to ensure that every individual is treated fairly and that society maintains a balance where rights and responsibilities are respected. Justice is not a passive state but a dynamic pursuit that requires vigilance and a commitment to upholding what is right and lawful, both in personal conduct and within the broader societal context.

Compassion = sensitivity to suffering (Συμπάθεια (Sympatheia) + supportive disposition Εὔνοια (Eunoia) + unconditional warmth Ἀγάπη (Agape) + sense of duty Φιλανθρωπία (Philanthropia)

This equation literally reads, compassion is the sum of sensitivity to suffering, supportive disposition, unconditional warmth, and a sense of duty. As a method, and amplifier of virtue, Compassion, is a profound synthesis of empathy, the emotinal and cognitive sensitivity to suffering(Συμπάθεια) of others. To fully embody it, use it as a method it must also be an act of goodwill, therefore one must posses a supportive disposition(Εὔνοια), which by the way, may not always be warm. But one must have an unconditional positive regard (Ἀγάπη), and a sense of duty or commitment to deliver on that (Φιλανθρωπία). The method of using compassion elevates the other virtues by adding a dimension of deep connection to humanity, an unwavering positive regard for others, and a drive to act benevolently. Compassion underscores that the practice of virtue is not solely for personal edification but is intrinsically linked to the well-being of others and the fabric of society.

Conclusion

This framework, deeply rooted in the philosophical and etymological origins, presents virtue not as a static quality but as an active engagement with life's complexities. Itacknowledges the multifaceted nature of human excellence, integrating both individual qualities and social responsibilities in a manner that is both timeless and profoundly relevant. Understanding virtue in this way requires a recognition of its composite parts, each with its own history and depth, coming together to form a whole that guides behavior and shapes character.

In classical Greek philosophy, virtues are complex constructs made up of various interrelated attributes that collectively define one's ethical and moral stature. Wisdom (Σοφία) in the Greek tradition is a composite of intellectual virtues, emphasizing not only knowledge but also the ability to apply that knowledge prudently and ethically (Aristotle, 1984). Courage (Ἀνδρεία) is understood as the capacity to face challenges and endure difficulties while maintaining moral integrity, a concept extensively explored in Aristotle's "Nicomachean Ethics" (Aristotle, 1984). Temperance (Σωφροσύνη) is portrayed as a balance between excess and deficiency, regulating one's desires and actions in accordance with reason (Plato, 2004). Justice (Δίκη) is a multifaceted virtue that involves fairness, respect for equality (Ἰσότης), and adherence to both the spirit and the letter of the law (Νόμος), a theme central to Plato's "Republic" (Plato, 2004). Compassion (Συμπάθεια) in Greek philosophy is less explicitly defined but is related to concepts of empathy and kindness toward others, which can be inferred from the general humanistic spirit of the Greek ethical tradition (Nussbaum, 1996). These virtues, deeply rooted in Greek thought, offer a framework for personal and social ethics that have enduring relevance.

The philosophical bedrock laid by ancient Greece serves as an enduring foundation for Western thought, stretching across oceans to shape our lives in the Americas. During the festive season of Christmas, when the dichotomy of "naughty" versus "nice" takes center stage, and the concepts of virtue and vice become part of the holiday narrative, it's a fitting time for reflection. This season's dichotomous labels are more than just tools for managing behavior; they echo age-old ethical teachings that trace back to classical antiquity. By encouraging children to be "nice," we're invoking the essence of Greek virtues—kindness, generosity, and truthfulness. This Christmas, let it be an opportunity for us to delve into the profound meanings behind these words. May we guide the young not simply with the notions of reward or punishment, but with the deeper understanding of what it means to cultivate a good character—reflecting the wisdom of a civilization that, though distant in time and space, still profoundly influences our own.

References:

Aristotle. (1984). The Complete Works of Aristotle: The Revised Oxford Translation (J. Barnes, Ed.). Princeton University Press.

Nussbaum, M. C. (1996). Compassion: The Basic Social Emotion. *Social Philosophy and Policy, 13*(1), 27-58. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0265052500001515

Plato. (2004). Republic (C.D.C. Reeve, Trans.). Hackett Publishing Company, Inc.

[quinn-pop]

do you know. do you know that feeling when your weighted blanket is only like barely on you. and the absolute burning frustration that comes from not being able to move it because it is heavy and out of reach....so you just sit there, feeling wrong

i was going somewhere with this idk maybe i will attempt to illustrate it one day

[twothirdsgenius]

i love being the family disappointment because during the holidays no one asks me what i’m up to nowadays

[proustianrevelry]

Wrong. Altering food before you eat it? Using tools? Making tools? All done by other species

The true essence of humanity is: we are the only animal that has sweat glands all over its entire body

Horses are also humans.

“sex/romance/empathy makes us human,” they say. awful. pathetic. what makes us human is the urge to set things on fire