Positive mental attitude

In the book “Against the Academicians,” the argument of wisdom as a way to obtain happiness is presented. This argument is represented by Trygerius, who is a non-skeptic and Licentius, who is a skeptic. The argument starts when Augustine asks, “Do you have any doubt that we ought to know the truth?” (1.2.5, p. 5). Trygerius thinks that people is happy when they find the truth. He also thinks that a happy man is a wise man, and anyone who is still searching for the truth is not perfect and not…

The Existence of Happiness Happiness is a hard thing to come by these days. Everyone seems to be worrying about what they’re doing wrong instead of appreciating the right. For some it’s their job, and for others it’s the way that they present themselves to their peers. In the novel Notes From the Underground by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, he says “Man only likes to count his troubles: he doesn’t calculate his happiness.” I agree with what Dostoyevsky is saying. We are all different people with…

Soft power, also known as personal power, are qualities in which an effective leader must possess; charismatic attraction and emotional inspiration as well as the power of persuasion and non-verbal communication. “Three skills are particularly important for the soft power part of the equation—vision, emotional intelligence and communication” (Business Leadership Qualities, 2009). This paper will discuss how I would increase my personal power while asserting my influence; appealing to a vision or…

Courage is essential in determining one’s true moral character and beliefs. It is what enables a person to face difficulty with bravery and adhere to these values. However, an individual’s virtue and intrepidity can be like a dormant seed that requires certain circumstances to cultivate them. In his screenplay, Schindler’s List, Steven Zaillin explores the idea that when an individual consistently performs acts of courage in the midst of horrific and agonizing situations, despite their…

A cultural icon is a person who represents the positive image of a country across the world, serving as an ambassador and making sure that the right image of their country is demonstrated. Benazir Bhutto was one such icon for many people to follow. Born in a political family, Benazir saw her father as a role model from the very beginning. Benazir’s father, Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto served as a Prime Minister of Pakistan. Z.A Bhutto was a man of nerves, and served the country well, and worked hard for…

The definition of empowerment is, “The process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one's life and claiming one's rights,” (Google). The question was, is it more effective to empower yourself or empower others? It is more effective to empower yourself rather than empower someone else. This is because when you empower yourself, you are able to make your own decision, experience more and have the ability to persevere. One reason that empowering yourself is more…

Throughout the journey of life one of the constant struggles that any individual is bound to face, at some point, relates to the meaning of that individual's life. For the most part life consists of mundane everyday activity with no excitement, thrill or pleasure and often times these activities lack any true meaning or purpose. It is during these times that life may seem trivial and an act of vanity altogether but it is also during these times that one possesses the strongest desire to strive…

everything that exists and is breathing. When a person really understands this fact, you can understand the meaning of life. In general, life pertains to the significance of living or existence of an individual. It is the sequence of physical and mental experiences that make up the existence of an individual. However, there are still some people who tend to disregard the essence of their life. Suicide is the second leading cause of death globally among people 15 to 29 years of age.…

particular moment. You need to be present, not thinking about the past or dreaming about the future. How does being mindful help you change the direction of your life? It helps you to become healthier, increasing your immunity. It helps to increase positive emotions, which are associated with resilience. You also learn faster, have a sharper memory, regulate your emotions better, and become empathetic. You are able to keep distractions at bay, and improve your attention skills. You are also…

Careers to Avoid for the ENTJ Personality Type Whether you are still trying to find your place in the world or find out if you are moving along the right path, it is important to understand your personality traits that will have an impact on your likeliness to succeed at various careers. You should also know the things that matter to you. With full understanding of your strengths and weaknesses, as well as awareness of what you truly value, you will be in an excellent position to choose a…