Mindmuser

To wear or not to wear…that seems to be the question. It is a question that is affecting virtually everyone. While I would be foolish to offer any “what to do” advice since I am not an expert, I can certainly share my own thoughts and approach to deciding whether to wear or not.

Getting caught up with listeners. Goodness, I sure let time slide by before recording a podcast. Fortunately, I'm not on a promised schedule and am free to upload a new episode whenever it makes sense. This one updates listeners on what I've been working on at The Mindmuser site. I've been spending more time in recent months to writing blog posts and composing music. I explain why in this episode

I recently listened to a podcast on philosophy. In it was posed a question about one’s motivation in life that really got me thinking. Here are those thoughts.

One of the most destructive forces I’ve witnessed in current political and cultural discourse is the assertion of certainty. The sense that “my views are correct and must be defended no matter what!” is resulting in the endless clashes of rhetoric and, in many tragic cases, actual violence.

This 10min chat focuses on the psychological tool that can neutralize the plague if only enough people adopt it.

It takes some inner strength and a realistic view of knowledge to do this, but the reward is improved discourse and relationships with opposing opinions.

(Note – the climate change podcast mentioned is unavailable)

I thought it might be worthwhile to once again try my hand at podcasting. It’s a combination of general musings (hence the site name), along with some original music to provide a more interesting experience for listeners.

In this episode, I talk about the plan I’m working on for the podcast. I recorded this at the beginning of March so there’s no mention of the pandemic. Not to worry, there will be lots to say in future podcasts.

On November 11 each year, I attend the Remembrance Day ceremony in Toronto. Each year, there are fewer veterans of the World Wars and I want to be sure I honour those who remain. This podcast contains my thoughts on what I feel is an important tribute.

Every once in a while I am struck by my surroundings as amazing and miraculous. It is easy to overlook these things in the endless disagreements and crises on display. But sometimes it helps to take a wider view of human ingenuity and creativity.