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“In the past, jobs were about muscles. Now they’re about brains, but in the future, they’ll be about the heart.”
Maria Flynn • Opinion | The A.I. Economy Will Make Jobs More Human - The New York Times
Is Life Predetermined or Are We Free to Choose?
youtu.beIs life predetermined, or are we free to choose the path we take? What is the best attitude to have in relation to that? And if we make a choice to live a life of service, how do we know that is not just an egoic pursuit?
Rupert says: ‘If God was a man, our destiny probably would have been written right from the very beginning. But as we now know, God is a woman, and she’s always changing her mind. And thank God for that – that we have no idea what we’re destined for, that there is freedom and creativity.
‘The best attitude to take in relation to that is openness and surrender, not just for the good things that happen, but also the painful and challenging things – because they have no inherent power over us. Say yes to everything, even if you don’t understand why it’s happening.
‘And don’t curtail your work in the world by considering it egoic. If you have this love and understanding, and you have a vision of somehow wanting to bring it to humanity, that’s not an egoic impulse. Follow it. Be passionate about it. Do whatever is required to bring your vision to humanity.’
Feelings aside, make a resolution to behave as a happier person would—someone who enjoys a good intimate relationship, close friendships, and their work. To follow that model, scholars recommend such habits and practices as taking an interest in others and engaging in acts of kindness, counting your blessings and savoring good moments, committing... See more
The Virtuous Circle of a Happy Personality
“Antinomianism” is a term coined by Martin Luther in 1537. In its original, narrow usage, Luther used it to describe reformers more radical than he was who taught that Christians were fully released by grace from obeying Biblical law. Even the notion of ‘obedience to the law’ was seen as overly legalistic; rather, the antinomians taught, if one... See more
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📚Books and 💭Spirituality & Philosophy
I may want to read the book that is the subject of this article eventually, sounds right up my alley. Consider following current fiction kick
