Is This The End of The World or Are We Forming an Army?
Philosophy Philosophy

Is This The End of The World or Are We Forming an Army?

Imagine a world with no government, no rules, where survival depends solely on individual choices. This week, I dive into the concept of the State of Nature, exploring Hobbes' grim view of chaos and Rousseau’s more optimistic take on human goodness. Are we destined for violence and distrust, or can we find solidarity in times of crisis? Join me as we unpack these philosophies and reflect on how we might react when the structures around us crumble.

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Can You Put Art in a Box or Art Free?
Philosophy Janessa Shaw Philosophy Janessa Shaw

Can You Put Art in a Box or Art Free?

We spend so much time curating our online presence that it starts to feel like a performance—one where every post, every edit, every caption has to be just right. But who are we really doing it for? At some point, the pressure to fit into an aesthetic overshadows the joy of simply creating. Maybe it’s time to let go of the perfect feed and embrace the messy, unfiltered version of ourselves instead.

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What Even is Evil or Good?
Philosophy Janessa Shaw Philosophy Janessa Shaw

What Even is Evil or Good?

Dissecting the philosophical battle between good and evil, this post delves into free will, human nature, and the concept of evil through the lens of anime and Immanuel Kant’s theories.

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