Avainsana: zen
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Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 3.
The post explores human dissatisfaction’s origins, linking it to cultural evolution during the Upper Palaeolithic era, around 70,000 years ago. While past communities showed contentment, modern humans exhibit dissatisfaction, driving innovation and exploration. This shift may signify the rise of Homo Non Satiatæ, a species perpetually seeking more.
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Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 2.
The Second Crisis highlights the urgent challenges posed by artificial intelligence, particularly its potential to amplify economic inequality and threaten democracy. As humanity navigates environmental crises, there’s a pressing need to reconsider work and wealth distribution, guided by ethical principles. The series intertwines ecological and spiritual reflections, aiming to address deep-rooted dissatisfaction in society.
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Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – introduction and Part 1.
Mikko Rakushin Kendō Ijäs explores the complexities of human existence, emphasizing the paradoxes of innovation, dissatisfaction, inequality, and environmental crises. His writings, informed by diverse experiences from academia to Zen practice, argue against reliance on outdated economic measures. By embracing Not-Knowing, he encourages readers to understand the interconnectedness of societal issues and act with compassion…