Author: Randy Gage

critical thinking

Making the Difficult Choices

This path isn’t for everyone.  But I honestly believe it’s the only way we become the highest possible version of ourselves.  The only way we move from success to significance; and live a life of purpose and meaning.
purpose and meaning

The Avoidance Path

In actuality, there are millions of people who have decided that enjoyment, distraction, and entertainment is enough.  The rigors of introspection, critical thinking and self-examination are too much to endure.  So they choose a life of continuous distraction.
religion

Gangs, Religions and Cults

Whether you join MS-13, the Moonies, or Catholicism, you’re buying a turnkey franchise for what to think.  Members can submerge their critical thinking ability and identity, choosing to defer to an institution they feel can safely handle those functions for them.
meaning

Searching for Meaning…

We need something bigger than ourselves to be a part of.  The truth is, the vast majority of people are bored AF with their lives.  That’s why they become seekers. It’s why they join religions and cults (although there isn’t much of a distinction between them), and gangs. 
inner peace, harmony

Living in Harmony and Inner Peace

You can’t be treated for peace and harmony. You have to be open to receiving it.  And you have to decide you’re worthy of it, and then create it for yourself.
giving

The Greatest Gift…

And perhaps the single greatest gift you can give anyone is raising their aspirations.  
Stephen Hawking

But If It Was Possible…

The reality is, when you believe something is impossible, you’re probably never even going to attempt it.  But other people who believe the same thing is possible will attempt it.  And often prove that it actually was possible. I would wager that ninety percent of the time when people say something is impossible – it’s actually just difficult, daunting, or scary to attempt.
self-doubt

Your Greatest Adversary 

Your greatest adversary is the person you see in the mirror every morning.  The one that doubts your abilities.  Fears your greatness.  Wants you to wallow in mediocrity and self pity.