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Each of the virtues identified are completely determined by the individual who implements the virtues which is to say that the individual is the sole determinant of practice with these virtues. In other words, the virtues have a direct connection to individual free will and are beyond the control of external forces(but not necessarily beyond the influence of external forces). The significance of the individual quality is the ensured victory which can be attained by an individual who chooses to practice good will regardless of external forces. Patience: Patience is the capacity to be considerate of precision and diligence. Persistence Persistence is the capacity to follow-through. Tolerance Tolerance is the capacity to accept opinions and rationalize prioritization. Integrity Integrity is the capacity to behave authentically.

  • Talk the talk AND walk the walk?

    I don't deny that I have an ego, and why should I? Pride in quality of craftsmanship is the reward of the efforts dedicated.

    When people accuse me of making a mistake and try to break my work, I don't hate them. I don't wish harm upon them(although I wouldn't be surprised if that mouth does get them in trouble in the future). I do hope that they fail in their attempts to make me doubt myself. I remind myself that to complain is a thing that can be done by a child with a low grade level of reading comprehension, and that the people who hurl words at me are no more deserving of praise than the same.

    8 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • At the start of this new educational semester have you been informed on how to obtain useful information?

    Most educational institutions have many bulletin boards scattered about the campus. Some of these bulletin boards are used for postings directly from the institution while others include advertisements from the student body. During orientation have you been made aware of where "your" bulletin boards are? In my opinion, it is worthwhile to take the time to survey around the campus at these bulletin boards even if the events and seminars haven't been brought to your attention at orientation. Many opportunities arise for new-comers through these postings, an opportunity to become acquainted with the proper crowd. Furthermore, don't wait too long because many projects are paced for an entire semester or longer, and the opportunity might pass you by. Another benefit beyond meeting your group of peers is that you will notice important officials of the institution who attend seminars, and they will notice you if you make yourself available. One more piece of advise, don't rush into too many commitments unless you want to have your efforts spread more sparsely. Most respectable projects will have business contacts provided to you either on cards, handouts, or on a projector slide during the presentation. You should have the opportunity to observe many opportunities and choose the ones that are most interesting to you.

    2 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • Another "vacation" interrupted?

    Afterall, if vacations actually did turn out to be peaceful then people might enjoy vacations. Therefore, work "might" become less pleasing; people might actually want to have a vacation.

    Even when I ask so little, people still are determined to find a way to irritate me. I know the difference between a mistake and intentionally false advertising peace.

    Just to make it clear, when I volunteer it isn't because I am doing it out of gratitude(how could I be?). No, I am volunteering because I am here to drive away the misery. People who are miserable are far more compliant in risking their lives in foolishness such as war, and I have lost too many allies already. Give us our meager existence, we weren't put on this planet to serve you...We don't have to adopt your wasteful way of life. Complicated isn't necessary. If that isn't clear enough for you then consult the source, rather than denying us the opportunity to show that we live a simply profitable lifestyle; not maximized, profitable and free.

    YOU AREN'T DOING ME ANY FAVOR BY EXCLUDING ME FROM THE NEGOTIATIONS OF MY LIFE!

    1 AnswerPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • Tomorrow is another day?

    Don't trouble yourself on my behalf. I will be having fun one way or the other. If it isn't meeting your hopes then communication is the remedy.

    14 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • Winning isn't always glamorous, but a victory is a victory and "we are the champions...of the world"?

    We can't always share in each others glory, but heh with justice on our side we can't fail if we put in a little effort.

    5 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • What is it that makes a person fearless?

    I think it is knowing that for anything that can be done to a person can be met with a more miserable punishment to the offender.

    Therefore, a person who is completely immune to bribery will inevitably choose not to step in the refuse placed in his/her path.

    20 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • Do not dwell on the battles lost...?

    I will not dwell on the incapability to explain the righteousness involved. It is a difference between body and mind; the subconscious of one and the consciencing of the other. Setting a good example isn't about being perfect, it is all about making it easy enough to be sustainable.

    6 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • Why am I so defensive because people are so greedy?

    I am smart enough to know that people are too busy with their own lives to realize what a mess they are making of my life. However, I am not intelligent enough to find a solution. I don't expect an answer, I am no more right than anyone else. I am not looking for sympathy, but I am incapable of not hoping for it. Just be careful not to read more into it than there is; a person disgusted with the necessities of survival.

    3 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • Life is a game of cat and mouse...?

    I am quite familiar with the theme of "Tom and Jerry", but I am modifying the script. Tom is going to have his day in the sun, I am playing for keeps.

    5 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • Is 90% of happiness in the smile?

    Are people searching too much for happiness in their lives? All that is required is to exercise the smile and to set the chemical reaction in the brain into motion. Take it easy.

    18 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • I am better than some people make me out to be, but not nearly as good as I wish people to think me to be.?

    I would stop the war if I could, but people seem intent on setting flame to all that I stand for. I am incapable of submitting to defeat even though I know that I can't win. I don't blame people for fearing to stand by my side considering that I must constantly change in an attempt to find a solution.

    3 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • To all the people who have stood with me in the shadows, thank you?

    I know that the majority has been deceived into thinking that I have acted inappropriately, and that those who know otherwise have been prevented from relaying the fairness of my philosophy to me. Still, here I am, not in prison for deeds I did not commit. For that I am thankful for the people who have spoken in my righteous defense.

    Let me be clear, there is nothing more that my allies should or could have done. When I say that my situation is insufficient, I mean that it is the people who are causing trouble are the ones who should be modifying their aggressive attitudes.

    7 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • Your thoughts on the purpose of media regarding military threats?

    Should the general public have a say in the affairs of military threats? Recent news has brought the issue of piracy near to Somalia to the front with the capture of a Captain serving the US military. Often the general public becomes alarmed at the techniques that are applied by the military in resolving such threats. Should the opinion of the general public even be considered, considering that it isn't the general public who is suffering the risk of being in such a threatening environment?

    In my opinion, I, as a member of the general public, don't possess the information necessary to make an informed decision about the severity of the interrogation methods; I see only a very small picture of what is actually happening on foreign shores.

    3 AnswersCurrent Events1 decade ago
  • I want to live a simple life. Do you?

    It is my opinion that having the responsibilities of parenthood overcomplicate life. If there is some flaw in my logic then let it be spoken. How can it be that anyone could hate me for wanting to make life simple. I think it is bribery; a lack of discipline over the biological processes.

    17 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • The reason why I mistrust the female gender isn't because?

    all females are untrustworthy. The reason is that by all measures, the males that I care about seem incapable of making that distinction. Ultimately, forcing me incapable of trusting them.

    3 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • A new law is written into the justice system making it mandatory for the citizens of a nation to represent...?

    their opinion in the democracy. You must attend a weekly council meeting to evaluate the state of local economics and where they fit in with state and federal economics along with other civil matters. Do you think of it as a punishment?

    3 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • People are nervous about big brother keeping a watchful eye? Why?

    In a democracy, I think that people shouldn't be so concerned about who is watching what. Rather, I would be concerned about the accuracy with which the events are reported.

    In modern law enforcement we are seeing more and more utilization of cameras and recording devices in public places. What are your opinions on the utilization of such reporting procedures? If you disagree with using cameras then I am curious about whether you believe it to be more efficient to protest the installation of more cameras or to protest the new laws being written into the justice system.

    8 AnswersLaw Enforcement & Police1 decade ago
  • With which instruments does a fair person measure?

    Today as I was driving into work I was thinking about the way that drivers treat each other. Obviously, some of more respectful than others. I am sure that you, my fellow driver, have at one time or another had some other driver trying(unsuccessfully) to drive right over you. I, being a respectful driver, gaze at my odometer, and I see that I am driving at the speed limit(or slightly over it). It makes me wonder about the intentions of someone who thinks they have such a right. Why is it tolerated? Is it a reward for those pesky drivers for their inability to wake up at a reasonable time to commute to work like a civilized human being? I think that life can be thought of in much the same way. I constantly find myself checking my intentions, and I find in every instance that what I have done has in every way been fair and just. Yet I have continued, and will continue, to measure my performance regardless of the unignorable quantity of ill-treatment that I endure on a daily basis.

    4 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago
  • Will you be my guide? My guardian?

    I consider myself as a capable member of society, and a free man. Yet, I don't feel that I know anyone who is the sum intelligent enough, honest enough, and cooperative enough with my agenda to properly carry on my legacy if some ill-fate should befall me. Essentially, I don't feel that I should entirely trust anyone with my future. I want a leader who can preserve my integrity without my close supervision. I am not talking about work here, I am talking about my way of life and my philosophy. Does everyone feel as I feel? Is this the void that many claim that only God can satisfy? How is it that an intelligent and honest person could trust in an entity which hasn't been observed? Why is it that I can't reconcile the fact that even though I believe that not all of the words scripted in God's name are truth that it might be wise to place confidence in the principal of God? I am not claiming that such a God could be untrue, but that such a God would let the words of faith be trampled is discomforting to me. I am searching for confidence in leadership, can you help me?

    8 AnswersReligion & Spirituality1 decade ago
  • The identity of humanity?

    A man knows he can't control a man.

    A man hates a man because he fears what he doesn't know.

    If a difference in skin color is sufficient to distinguish race

    then the differences between a man and a woman practically

    makes them different species.

    If such a statement can be made then which of the species

    is the humane?

    This one favors the notion that those from either species which

    doesn't utilize those differences.

    3 AnswersPhilosophy1 decade ago