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Our Fantasy Enmeshed Realities (part 2 of 4)… More Foundational Contributors to Fantasy

Posted on August 20, 2020August 21, 2020 by Bizzy C

[siteorigin_widget class="WP_Widget_Media_Image"][/siteorigin_widget] Welcome back to this series on our fantasy enmeshed realities. In the first article of the series I introduced you to the concepts of fantasy and reality, laid the groundwork for discussing how fantasy can mislead us, and illustrated a few foundational factors that contribute to misinformed or delusional thinking. This article will cover a few more foundational...Continue Reading

Our Fantasy Enmeshed Realities (part 1 of 4)… Intro

Posted on July 6, 2020August 20, 2020 by Bizzy C

[siteorigin_widget class="WP_Widget_Media_Image"][/siteorigin_widget] In a world where various media sources constantly hit us with confusing mixtures of fact and sensationalism, it can be extraordinarily easy for our perceptions to be skewed toward distorted versions of reality. From individual influencers who push viral content, and companies with revenue streams built entirely on consumer engagement, to cultural norms that bind us to our...Continue Reading

Heartbreak, violence & voices… a message to the <i>privileged</i> in the wake of rioting

Heartbreak, violence & voices… a message to the privileged in the wake of rioting

Posted on June 8, 2020June 8, 2020 by Bizzy C

[siteorigin_widget class="WP_Widget_Media_Image"][/siteorigin_widget] I’d like to open this article by acknowledging the fact that I have the privilege of being a white American male. I represent the group with the most opportunity in this country. I will never claim to relate to the plight of the oppressed, because I am so far removed from that way of living that it would...Continue Reading

3 ways our antiquated instincts are failing us (part 4 of 4) – A horizon of incredible opportunity

Posted on May 13, 2020May 20, 2020 by Bizzy C

[siteorigin_widget class="WP_Widget_Media_Image"][/siteorigin_widget] The first three articles in this series explored how our antiquated instincts, which have not kept pace with the rapid acceleration of human achievement since the dawning of agriculture 12,000 years ago, have resulted in greater levels of stress and conflict, led us astray, and driven us apart. I want to acknowledge the fact that this is A...Continue Reading

$3 ways our antiquated instincts are failing us (part 3 of 4) – Instincts have fractured us as a species$

3 ways our antiquated instincts are failing us (part 3 of 4) – Instincts have fractured us as a species

Posted on April 23, 2020May 20, 2020 by Bizzy C

[siteorigin_widget class="WP_Widget_Media_Image"][/siteorigin_widget] So far in this series we’ve discussed how the introduction of agriculture into the human timeline 12,000 years ago flung human beings into such a rapid period of growth that it outpaced the ability for our instincts to evolve, causing many of them to become misleading, or at best, flawed. Consequently, we’re seeing increased stress, anxiety, depression, and...Continue Reading

3 ways our antiquated instincts are failing us (part 2 of 4) – Instincts can lead us astray

Posted on April 6, 2020May 20, 2020 by Bizzy C

[siteorigin_widget class="WP_Widget_Media_Image"][/siteorigin_widget] Welcome back to our series about instincts. It’s of value to note at this point that our instincts are important and effective if acted upon in ways that serve us and those around us positively. Obviously we cannot live without them. This series, however, is meant to illustrate how antiquated parts of our instincts in today’s world can...Continue Reading

Clean & Healthy is Sexy

Posted on March 25, 2020May 26, 2020 by Bizzy C

[siteorigin_widget class="WP_Widget_Media_Image"][/siteorigin_widget] Since we’re all living in spaces of varying uncertainty given the looming menace of Coronavirus, there could hardly be a better time to talk about the importance of personal health and cleanliness. In the recent article series Be your own #1 I mentioned that achieving oneness “means seeking balance in your mental and physical health, learning to work...Continue Reading

3 ways our antiquated instincts are failing us (part 1 of 4) – Intro + Fear & Stress

Posted on March 4, 2020May 20, 2020 by Bizzy C

[siteorigin_widget class="WP_Widget_Media_Image"][/siteorigin_widget] 50P’s mission is all about humanitarianism(def). If we’re going to take a humanitarian view, it’s important to be aware of flaws that WE ALL have inherited. This is a great way to find common ground and take on some accountability. Where better to start than with human instincts? Let’s kick this off with a brief timeline of human...Continue Reading

Be your own #1 (part 5 of 5) – 12 more strategies & conclusion

Posted on January 2, 2020October 14, 2020 by Bizzy C

Welcome to the final article in the series “Be your own #1.” So far we’ve covered 15 signs that we’re falling short of oneness, and after this article we’ll have reviewed 24 strategies to aid us in our quest. Let’s jump right in! 12 more strategies to own the WHOLE YOU: Consider the health of your relationships Are our close...Continue Reading

Be your own #1 (part 4 of 5) – The last 5 Signs we’re not being our own #1

Posted on December 7, 2019January 2, 2020 by Bizzy C

It’s time to explore the last 5 signs that we’re struggling in our quest for oneness. I’ll say this first… The 15 signs covered in this series are not meant to be all knowing and each is open to interpretation. The purpose of their existence is to provide insight. Please feel free to share your own ideas in the comments....Continue Reading