Karma—this ancient concept often evokes images of cosmic justice, where good deeds are rewarded and bad deeds are punished, sometimes in ways that seem eerily precise. But is karma just a spiritual fairy tale, or is there more to it? Let’s delve into some philosophical and theological proofs that suggest karma might be more than just a comforting idea. The Philosophical Perspective: Cause and Effect At its core, karma is about cause and effect. Philosophically, this idea aligns with what’s known as determinism—the belief that every event, action, or decision inevitably results from previous events in accordance with the natural…
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Divorce is like an earthquake. It shakes you to your core, leaving cracks in places you never knew could break. But for empaths, it’s not just an earthquake; it’s a tsunami of emotions, both yours and your ex-partner’s, crashing into your already sensitive soul. I know this because I’ve been there. When I first found myself alone after my divorce, I was overwhelmed by a mix of sorrow, guilt, and—ironically—relief. Being an empath, I had spent so much time absorbing my partner’s feelings that I had forgotten to take care of my own. I was the quintessential emotional sponge,…
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Have you ever felt like you experience the world more intensely than those around you? Maybe you’ve been told that you worry too much or that you need to stop overthinking things. As a child, perhaps you were labeled as “too sensitive,” with well-meaning adults advising you to toughen up or grow a thicker skin. If this resonates with you, then you might have spent years thinking there was something wrong with you. After all, society often values toughness over tenderness and logic over emotion. But what if I told you that your sensitivity isn’t a flaw but a powerful…
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Taking care of your well-being in a toxic workplace isn’t just about emotional and mental self-care—it’s also about looking after your physical health. This is where keeping track of your daily habits can make a significant difference. By monitoring your nutrition, exercise, and hydration, you can ensure that your body remains resilient, even when your surroundings are not. Self-care for empaths in toxic workplaces is essential, as they are particularly sensitive to the emotions and energies around them. Here are some practical strategies that can help: 1. Set Boundaries Physical Boundaries: Limit the time spent in close proximity to particularly…
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I’ve always believed in karma. You know, the age-old notion that what goes around comes around. Yet, for the longest time, I seemed to be stuck in a never-ending loop of bad karma, and it wasn’t until recently that I realized why. The answer, as it turned out, was simple yet profoundly unsettling: I was my own worst enemy. When someone wronged me, I wouldn’t just feel hurt; I’d be consumed by a burning desire for revenge. I’d spend countless hours plotting ways to make them pay, imagining scenarios where they’d get a taste of their own medicine. This obsession…