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Saturday, 2 August 2025

RD BK X "If someone wrote your obituary today, what would it say?"

Here are some thought-provoking quotes and sample questions from SBQ: The Question Book – What Makes You Tick? by Mikael Krogerus and Roman Tschäppeler:

🔹 Notable Quotes & Sample Questions:

"If you had to choose a motto, what would it be?"

"Which of your dreams is still achievable?"

"What would you try if you had no fear?"

"Who would you like to forgive—and for what?"

"What do you do that you know you shouldn’t?"

"If your life were a book, what would this chapter be called?"

"What’s stopping you?"

"What did you learn too late in life?"

"Are you more afraid of failure or of not trying?"

"If someone wrote your obituary today, what would it say?"

💬 Tone of the Book:

The tone is minimalist and open-ended, meant to make you pause, reflect, and often surprise yourself. The questions are tools for self-awareness, not judgement.

If you're interested, I can generate a set of 10 custom questions in the style of the book—tailored for introspection, relationships, or creative inspiration. Would you like that?

DROP CYNICISM X TRAIN SKEPTICISM

You're absolutely right—cynicism and skepticism are frequently mistaken for one another, but they have distinct meanings and consequences, especially when it comes to how we navigate the world and evaluate information.

Here’s a quick breakdown:

Cynicism

Definition: A belief that people are primarily motivated by self-interest and that sincere or altruistic actions are rare or non-existent.
Mindset: Distrustful, dismissive, and often pessimistic.
Effect: Leads to disengagement, bitterness, and a reluctance to participate in collective or hopeful efforts.
Example: “All politicians are corrupt, so voting doesn’t matter.”

Skepticism

Definition: A questioning attitude toward knowledge, facts, or opinions/beliefs stated as facts.
Mindset: Curious, analytical, and open-minded—but requiring evidence.
Effect: Promotes critical thinking, intellectual humility, and better decision-making.
Example: “I want to see evidence of this politician’s claims before I support them.”

Why Choose Skepticism Over Cynicism?

Cynicism shuts doors; skepticism keeps them ajar until proven worthy.
Cynicism can be intellectually lazy—it's easy to write everything off.
Skepticism invites inquiry, reflection, and sometimes even hope.

Behavioral science supports this distinction. Research shows that skeptics tend to make more accurate judgments and are more open to revising their beliefs when presented with new information, while cynics often resist change and may fall prey to confirmation bias just like the gullible—except in the opposite direction.

If you're looking to approach life or discourse more productively, drop the cynicism and train your skepticism. It’s not about believing nothing; it’s about being thoughtful about what you choose to believe.

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Friday, 1 August 2025

SD GRATITUDE BDHA COMPASSN

Roop Dhyan on Krsna

Pratyahar. Dharan. Dhyan

DR

That sounds like something Dan Rather might say in his calm, reflective style — but to be clear, “I cherish taking leisurely strolls” isn’t a known or verified quote from him.

However, he has shared many similarly contemplative thoughts, especially in recent years through his writing and social media posts, where he often reflects on life, nature, and the state of the country with warmth and gravity.

If you’re looking for a Dan Rather-style version of that sentiment, here’s how he might put it:

“There’s a kind of quiet wisdom that comes with walking — the kind you don’t get from rushing or scrolling. Just the rhythm of your feet and the company of your thoughts.”

Or more in his Southern-tinged phrasing:

“Sometimes the best way to clear your head is to put one foot in front of the other and let the world come at you slow and easy.”

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