Maciolekism

The Pursuit of Context

It took me a long time to learn, frustratingly brutal trial and error, fighting presumptions and misconceptions, but eventually I realized that all of my writing leads to this work: Maciolekism. My very own philosophy.

Latest Posts

  • The Evolution Cycle of Obstructionism

    There are people in this world who get what they want by being in the way, and then screaming foul when others try to go around, through, or over them. They are called obstructionists. How we deal with these people… Continue reading

  • Mastering Social Media

    When I was a teen, self-deprecating humor was used to defuse building tension. Today it is used as a weapon. This is because we live in a socio-political environment that favors the appearance of being a victim without actually being… Continue reading

  • The Politics of Eminence

    The Politics of Eminence is the art of using policy and promises to make some people feel like they are more important than others; thus, gaining their unwavering support. It is a tactic used to encourage people to resist populism… Continue reading

  • Becoming A Philosopher

    Philosophy is what comedians do when they grow up. It all begins with logic. A comedian is good at screwing around with logic to get attention. Eventually, a comedian will begin to screw around with logic for their own interests… Continue reading

  • Class Clowns

    The problem we face today, is that our political discourse is dominated by comedians. Which means that our society, developmentally, is equivalent to eighth grade. This is not a criticism of comedians, or our supposed leaders, but of the general… Continue reading

  • Evolving Roles in An Evolving Society

    Some people are hardwired to feel the emotional energy of entire groups of people. It is almost impossible for them to focus on the energy of only one person, and they feel lonely even when surrounded by their family. Some… Continue reading

  • Politics, Self Esteem, and Social Media.

    In terms of evolution, open democracy is a self-destructive and inefficient institution. It wastes far too much time and energy trying to change the minds of the stubborn, stupid, and irresponsible. To the point where it becomes politically beneficial to… Continue reading

  • The Cost of Our Success

    Sustainability will only return to this planet if humans stop traveling and moving around, stay connected with their families, and start taking care of the land they are living on over generations. Also, living in extended family multi-generation conditions will… Continue reading

  • Freedom and Independence

    Freedom is when we choose our own goals. Independence is when we measure our own success. Community is when we choose to align our goals and measures of success with others. Tyranny is when we force others to align to… Continue reading

  • Awakening

    Our Uncle Sam became more and more hostile to family and friends and no one knew why. Since most of his hostility was irrational, we figured he was losing his mind because of his age. We laughed at his outbursts… Continue reading