Philosophy

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Tradition

6 May 2023 1 minute read 0 comments The Virtual Idealist

In the tapestry of time, a thread weaves strong, Binding generations with a sense of belonging. It's tradition, the pillar that stands tall, A bridge to the past, a guiding call. Through the ages, customs are passed, A legacy cherished, destined to l...

Dangers of Tech

6 May 2023 1 minute read 2 comments The Virtual Idealist

In a world of endless wires and screens, Where technology reigns and consumes our dreams, We find ourselves entangled in its web, Unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. With every swipe and click, we invite, A world of convenience, but also plight. F...

Grasse After Winters End

6 May 2023 1 minute read 0 comments The Virtual Idealist

When winter's frost begins to fade away, And snow-covered fields transform to a verdant display, Emerges a scent, a fragrance so rare, The essence of Grasse fills the air.   As the sun's warmth caresses the land, The snow melts away at Natur...

A Hard Life

5 May 2023 1 minute read 0 comments The Virtual Idealist

Life can be a challenge, a test of our will, A constant struggle, an uphill climb, an endless drill. It's full of twists and turns, highs and lows, And often we feel like we're caught in its throes.   The hardships we face can take a toll, L...

The Enlightened Man: Self-Governance, Society, and the Soul

5 May 2023 16 minute read 0 comments MatTehCat

Reaching out through the void, we come to know ourselves.  How has society shaped the character of Man? Foucault’s work on power relations centered on this question, and it affected his work significantly. Over the past several weeks, I have explore...

Wrong Side of the Bed

5 May 2023 1 minute read 0 comments The Virtual Idealist

Waking up on the wrong side of the bed, Feeling grumpy, tired, and filled with dread. The day ahead seems like an uphill climb, A struggle just to get up and shine.   Everything's off, from the clothes that you wear, To the coffee that...

Painful Memories

5 May 2023 1 minute read 0 comments The Virtual Idealist

Painful memories, like thorns in my mind, Sharp and relentless, impossible to unwind. They haunt me with their grip so tight, Dragging me down, in the depths of night.   The images flash, the feelings come rushing, A wave of emotions, so ove...

Surendar

4 May 2023 1 minute read 0 comments The Virtual Idealist

There's a power in accepting your limits, A sense of peace that comes with surrender. When you know what you can and cannot do, Life becomes easier to navigate and render.   No longer do you fight against the tide, Or push yourself past the brink of...

Breakfast

4 May 2023 1 minute read 2 comments The Virtual Idealist

Oh breakfast, how I adore thee, The meal that starts my day with glee. From eggs and toast to pancakes sweet, You fill me up and give me heat.   You're a feast for the senses, a treat for the eyes, Your aroma wafts and makes me rise. The sound of siz...

Addictions

4 May 2023 1 minute read 2 comments The Virtual Idealist

Addiction, a dark and endless pit, A siren's call that's hard to resist. It starts off sweet, a tantalizing hit, But soon becomes a cruel and vicious twist.   It grips you tight, it won't let go, It takes control, it runs the show. You try to fight,...