The dual defenses against self-destructive impulses
Whenever we struggle with conditionings that impel us toward actions we know we shouldn't do, two defense mechanisms can protect us: conscience and intelligence. Conscience [...]
Why indulgences that don’t seem dangerous may still be dangerous
Why indulgences that don’t seem dangerous may still be dangerous - We sometimes give in to certain sensual temptations that run contrary to the principles [...]
Friendly snakes are still snakes – beware of the snake-like senses
Friendly snakes are still snakes – beware of the snake-like senses Suppose someone adopts a poisonous snake as a pet. Even if that snake appears [...]