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When we blindly follow the world, then we make the world our master and judge, and we become its slaves.

We do not have a natural instinct to see ourselves inwardly. So we look at ourselves through the eyes of the world, and the moment we do that, we become enslaved, and all our desires and emotions get dependent on them. If there is a dependence, then definitely there will be a fear involved/associated.

If you want to be fearless, you must find out and analyze your dependencies.

Cooperation and collaboration can be good, but they should not become existential dependencies. Existential dependencies are the bondages. A lot of times, if you notice, you seek approval from others to feel worthy, that is sickness. Can we live in society while being free inwardly? It is possible, might be difficult, but with self-observation and self-dissolution, it is possible.

It is possible to be among others, yet not belong to them. Love can be fear-free. Live life fearlessly.

From wild mountains to hidden beaches, our planet is full of places worth traveling across the world to see. If you could book a flight anywhere on Earth right now, where would you go? ✈️🌎

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Whenever we choose - knowingly or unknowingly - to stay deluded and hold onto comfortable stories, fantasies, and beliefs, life punishes us. Not in one sudden event, but quietly, every single day.

And the irony is that we still blame the world. We point fingers at a person or a situation that was just a coincidental factor, even when they had nothing to do with our actual choices.

A few things I'm writing on:

• The Fear of Wasting Life: Shouldn't we understand what's actually at stake? In my case, the fear of losing this precious life is what acts as my primary fuel.
• The Pendulum Effect: Life constantly swings between ups and downs. I’ve gone through those cycles myself, but honest observation is the only thing helping me step out of that loop over time.

Before life hits you hard enough to force a realization, just be honest with yourself. Stop keeping yourself in delusions.

Do you see this same pattern playing out in your own life?

Is there anything you’d like to add that felt relatable to your life?

Whenever I find myself drowning in laziness, no question arises; it happens automatically.

But when the stakes are raised, I become very proactive, work properly, and do it by the deadline.

Whether it's completing and submitting assignments by the deadline, completing our work at the job, or even doing basic household stuff.

I relate to it based on everyday life.

Also, the same thing can be seen in the course of wasting my time scrolling through random stuff and reels on social media.

I think that the problem is not the stakes; rather, whether the stakes are real or not. If -what I think- working for stakes leads towards freedom (both external and inner).

Probably, working for my stakes, provided they reduce my suffering, could be a better approach.

Do you go through these stages, and what do you do to deal with them?

While attending the sessions, when it has started deepening & to me, life begins to seems clearer and more understandable, inner clutter begins to fade, I start feel sleepy.

I wonder whether it is really sleep or I'm just choosing to remain in comfort zone because if I listen properly, it'll shift something within. So, I just fall asleep or more accurately, choose to.

Observation of day-to-day life is a must but if the intent is not right then the observation stops. That's what I've noticed.

Without inner honesty, even seeing turns into fragmented ledger of reflections.

A sudden, unclear thought comes that why are you still listening to session when you fall asleep again and again.

I just say to myself that dude, attending sessions is not sufficient, was never, and can never be, at least until you remain what you're.

I often remind myself that never say no to attending sessions and watching videos, shorts, posts; not because they're insufficient but because if your engagement is not towards clarity, then you'll find yourself in trash and mud, not from outside but within.

That's what I usually go through.

So, where do you get stuck in your usual life?

Whenever I give some time to reflect or think on usual life, I find myself indulging in imaginations.

Moreover, imagining is another way to remain in comfort, because changing life demands clarity and dedication which I lack to an extent!

Probably it's me defending me to not to change.

Anyway, it's a choice. Observation can happen based on day-to-day life, actions, purpose, desires, believes, expectations -even search engines & AI can provide you report on it. It can identify and hit you on your ideologies, myths, stories.

But what lacks is intent or real honesty.

And one thing I notice that without taking responsibility of our choices, or life; nothing changes.

Although it seems to change (superficially) but the past is just repeating itself.

Similar actions, usual routine, the way we're internally, old habits, conditioning just repeats itself even after seeing.

For me, seeing was never sufficient. It was just another way to deceive myself. Because I can call myself that I'm seer or observer.

What is necessary, demands extreme honesty.
Though, I've slowly started taking responsibility on my own rather than others.

It's my life, so I'll bear the consequences.

So, the question is not about observation. It demands something more. What do you think about it?

A single chat on AI models like ChatGPT, Gemini or Claude consumes so much energy that a 100W Light bulb can glow around 20 minutes from same power used for providing you that response. Is this how we're going to solve climate catastrophe?

And it's not only a serious concern. Additionally, these data centers require energy from fossil-fuel (coal) powered grid, millions of gallons of water to cool them down.

Probably you used to think that generating an AI response is something so easy that it demands nothing for a quick reply.

Beyond that, there are large data centers setup mainly to train AI & the resource to provide the data is the user itself. It trains itself on what you watch, including your social media algorithm, your history and recent searches, promoting the same or relevant content you've visited earlier.

Generally, we use AI to forecast weather, early disaster alert, emission & prediction of extreme weather events like heavy rainfall, heatwaves, high-speed winds, typhoon, tsunami, etc.

We're continuously relying on AI even for basic tasks like Assignments completion, a basic question that even search engines can provide a response, submitting reports. Using AI for writing thesis which increases plagiarism.

And we think that we're using AI at no cost. But it feeds on the data you provide it. Is it really free to use or we're just deceiving ourselves?

When we don't want to come out of comfort zones & put some efforts, we'll rush towards AI. Problem is not in using AI. It's in the purpose and intent of user.

Unless we ask basic questions with honesty, why are we relying on AI unnecessarily without even real requirement? Is using AI uplifting you or just keeping you more deluded about yourself? Then AI becomes a tool for clarity & understanding, rather than a tool for deception.

So, are you using AI to live with clarity or illusions?

Ever find yourself in the middle of a heart-pounding survival horror or intense action game, only to unexpectedly wander into a serene, overgrown natural spot and just pause?

Think about those misty forests in the Resident Evil remakes and Village, the sunlit, overgrown ruins in The Last of Us, or the thick, atmospheric woods in Uncharted and the revamped Silent Hill 2.These peaceful breaks feel completely different.

You're meant to be frantically hunting for shotgun shells, yet you end up simply moving the camera around to enjoy the view. There's a deep psychological reason why this feels so good.

Over thousands of years, our brains have evolved to seek out grounding experiences. Nature always brings calm. Before cities appeared, dense forests, flowing rivers, and wide-open spaces meant safety and resources to our ancestors.

This instinct hasn’t disappeared just because we spend time with screens. It’s what makes us want to turn off our devices and hit the trails or go hiking. It's not only about escaping crowds; it’s about finding a place where our minds naturally feel at ease.

When game developers get nature right-balancing solitude with breathtaking scenery-it speaks to that deep-rooted instinct. Even in a virtual world, a moment of fresh air can become one of the most soothing experiences.

Are there game environments that make you stop for a moment and appreciate the tranquility?

Many feel comfortable while engaging in eco-friendly activities like plantation drives where they gather together and take selfies, later on, upload them on social media and get likes and reach. But is this how real-world impact actually works?

And without proper care and planning, most saplings don't survive. Over 70-80% die and at many places, people often plant exotic species without proper verification, which later on threaten native species in the surrounding region.

But as soon as someone questions our lifestyle, everyone goes quiet. People are quick to criticize companies for pretending to be environmentally friendly, but many of us probably do the same in our lives.

We replace meaningful changes with small deeds and that require no real effort like switching off light bulbs 💡, fans, AC & other devices left running when not in use. These feel-good activities don't demand nothing real from us. Because they're quick to do, they make us feel like an environmentalist without requiring us to change our lives.

But all these low-impact actions hardly reduce one's annual carbon footprint. Though, this is necessary to save energy but merely relying on them as a major source to reduce emissions is a misconception and ultimately greenwashing.

Even car-pooling reduces only about 2.4 tonnes of carbon emissions per year. While shifting to plant-based diet cuts nearly 1 tonne annually. One of the most effective measures can be having one fewer child as it'll reduce about 58.5 tonnes of carbon footprint each year.

Though, Discussions about reproduction and consumption often feel personal and are tied to what society expects from us. As a result, people tend to get defensive or avoid these topics altogether.

Real sustainability isn't about scoring moral points or feeling like you've done your part by adopting easy habits while still increasing overall consumption. It demands a deeper change, questioning the beliefs and desires that influence how we live our lives.

If we stop taking climate action whenever it becomes uncomfortable for us, we aren't really solving the problem - we're just putting a nice wrap on it.

Where do you personally draw the line between comfortable habits and real, high-impact choices?

🎗️People often say that humans are unique✨ because we have intellect🧠, language, and technology. But how🤷 different are we really🧐?

Carrying his sick yak on his back, because the man considered yak as part of his family, simply showing he hasn't created a distinction to the animal.

Even we are not scientifically differing much from them. Chimpanzees share about 98% of their DNA with us.

Many animals feel fear, pain, attachment, and even grief.

Elephants show unusual behavior when around their dead.

Interestingly, a lot of what we do comes from instincts or simply evolutionary baggage, we didn't choose.

We look for food, security, acceptance in society, and reproduction like other animals do.

Maybe the real difference lies in our ability to observe these instincts and question them.

We've built societies, religions, economies, and technologies that are complex. Yet have we truly understood ourselves?

Or have we just become well-mannered creatures acting on the same basic urges in more complicated ways?

For me, this question seems interesting that asking to humans whether they are superior to animals and on what basis?

Just because we've created tall buildings, consuming more efficiently, developing more and that too even by degrading the environment.

What’s your take on it?