Achieving Ataraxis

Achieving Peace of Mind

Defining Terms

For clarity, I have chosen to use the term ataraxis instead of the term enlightenment. Enlightenment is defined as (1a) the act or means of enlightening (1b) the state of being enlightened; (2) capitalized: a philosophic movement of the 18th century marked by a rejection of traditional social, religious, and political ideas and an emphasis [...] → Continue Reading Defining Terms

Skills for Achieving Peace of Mind – Part 1

Obtaining ataraxis or peace of mind is a skill like learning to walk or speak. Like any skill, at first it requires intentional practice and diligence. Once you achieve a certain level of skill, it becomes easier and even automatic to utilize the skill. Unlike walking or speaking, which most master, relatively few master the [...] → Continue Reading Skills for Achieving Peace of Mind – Part 1