Maciolekism

Philosophy

  • The Fractal Illusion of Sacrifice

    True sacrifice, like true romance, does not exist in the present. It is something we look back on and determine to be a sacrifice after the fact. In the present we are only doing what we feel is necessary. (And… Continue reading

  • Float Like A Butterfly

    Experience is the foundation of understanding, not knowledge. Authoritarianism and Totalitarianism are always based on knowledge, not experience. Continue reading

  • The Institution Triangle

    The household where there is no disagreement or arguments is weak and two dimensional. Finding balance makes us stronger and more effective; as individuals and as a family. An organized, institutional religion that does not challenge other secular institutions –… Continue reading

  • A “Do As I Say” Culture

    Here in the west, we have a “Do as I say, not as I do” social/political structure. “Do as I say” is overbearing, unbalanced, inefficient, and unsustainable. It nurtures, and wastes a lot of energy with, unnecessary internal conflict. The… Continue reading

  • Spreading Self-Sabotage

    Self sabotage can take many forms. Everyone has at least one form of self sabotage they can fall victim to. From the obvious addictions like drugs, gambling, and greed to the more socially accepted motivations of voyeurism, humor or sarcasm,… Continue reading

  • Free markets, freedom of choice, and freedom of speech are all connected and interwoven. There is not one without the others. Continue reading