My Core Beliefs!
Why I am… the way I am…
- Level 0: Supreme Being (God in my case) – This is an abstraction.
- Level 1: Mother Nature (Enforced by Biology) – This is verifiable reality.
- Level 2: Rights of Citizens (Declaration of Independence, US Constitution) – This is an abstraction.
- Level 3: Government (Democratic Republic) – This is verifiable reality.
- Level 4: Economy (Mixed Market Capitalism) – This is verifiable reality.
- Level 5: Culture (Victim Mindset) – This is verifiable reality.
Supreme Being
The belief in a supreme being is a complex phenomenon influenced by psychological, social, cultural, and evolutionary factors.
Mother Nature
Mother Nature, a personification of the natural world and its processes, is deeply interconnected with human biology in several ways.
Rights of Citizens
To have rights means to possess certain freedoms, protections, and entitlements that are recognized and upheld by a legal system, community, or society.
Government
Governments emerged out of the need for organized leadership, resource management, conflict resolution, and defense.
Economy
The wealth and resources of a nation, especially in terms of the production and consumption of goods and services.
Culture
Having a culture refers to the shared beliefs, values, customs, behaviors, and artifacts that characterize a group of people or society.
Core Beliefs: Game of Life
Why do I believe “life” is a competition? Because the many actual experiences in my life have led me to this conclusion.
To prevent misunderstandings and save myself time with explanations, I am providing a common definition upfront on the idea of the "Game of Life". I have highlighted the areas that I relate to, the most.
Sent by you: How is the game of life a competition?
Sent by ChatGPT: The Game of Life, in its most general sense, is often metaphorically used to describe the human experience, where survival, success, and achieving one’s goals are perceived as forms of “competition.” While this idea can be subjective, here are a few aspects where life can be seen as a competition:
- Biological Competition:
- Survival of the Fittest: From a biological standpoint, life is inherently competitive, as species compete for resources (food, shelter, and mates). This is the essence of natural selection, where individuals with advantageous traits are more likely to survive and pass on their genes.
- Reproductive Success: Organisms strive to ensure their genes are passed on to the next generation, leading to competition for reproductive partners. This is particularly evident in species where individuals display mating behaviors or physical attributes to outcompete rivals.
- Societal Competition:
- Economic Competition: In human society, individuals often compete for jobs, promotions, wealth, and status. This is seen in professional environments, business landscapes, and even educational systems.
- Social Status: People may compete for recognition, influence, or social standing, trying to establish themselves within communities, social groups, or even on social media platforms.
- Cultural and Ideological Competition: Nations, groups, or individuals may compete to promote their cultural values, ideas, or beliefs, striving to shape societal norms and attitudes.
- Personal Achievement:
- Even on an individual level, people often set goals and benchmarks, competing against themselves or others to achieve success. Whether it’s in academics, sports, or personal development, striving to reach higher levels is a form of internal competition.
- Existential Perspective:
- Some may argue that life, from a philosophical perspective, isn’t about competing against others but against time, uncertainty, or personal limitations. Success, in this sense, is measured by how much one can make out of the finite time and opportunities they have.
Overall, the concept of life as a competition varies greatly depending on one’s perspective—whether it’s from a biological, social, personal, or philosophical standpoint.
