Every philosopher, no matter how small a part of the journey they have traveled in the pursuit of wisdom, is characterized by their ability to dream. Dreaming, in this case, is not a result of sleep. It means building an active imagination, similar to a dream state, but with a wakeful consciousness. Such imagination enables … Read more
Francis Bacon – On Death People fear death like children fear the dark, and just as stories amplify this innate fear in children, they do the same in adults. Indeed, contemplating death as punishment for sins and as a transition to another world is sacred and devout; but to fear death as a natural inevitability … Read more
Francis Bacon – On Ambition Ambition is like bile, which makes a person enterprising, fervent, prepared, and diligent, if nothing stops them. However, if they are stopped and cannot achieve what they desire, ambition shrinks and becomes dangerous and toxic. Ambitious individuals, if they see an open path to their progress, go forward freely and … Read more
