Achieving Ataraxis (Peace of Mind)

Many benefits have been attributed to peace of mind or ataraxis. Some of these benefits are objectively measurable (reduced blood pressure, decreased heart rate, etc), some are subjectively measurable (perceived levels of stress, perceived levels of anxiety, etc.), and some defy measurement (mystical benefits credited to being in harmony with one’s self and the environment [...]

“God is in the details.” Gustave Flaubert (1821-80) The Details of Achieving Ataraxis Details are important when trying to get anything right. It does not matter whether you are trying to perceive reality accurately and objectively or if you are trying to achieve ataraxis. Attending to details, as difficult as it can be, often makes [...]