Our society is materialistic because of the way it functions. The economy uses the theories of Adam Smith and the Invisible Hand wherein operation is determined by each individual’s needs and wants; each individual’s selfishness, strive to gain, need to have. It would be impossible for us to have a non-materialistic society simple because the very crux of our society's finances come from the basic definition of materialism: a desire for the tangible.

     This desire for stuff may have grown from many different grounds but it is my belief that it stems from natural selection wherein having the most stuff increases one’s chance of survival, where physicality is of essence. From which I further conclude, materialism as a basic human instinct. Materialism has no right or wrong but just is. The histories of governments and finances have proven that people need such a system where one works for one’s benefit. Only such a selfish system will operate efficiently.

     While many consider materialism and spiritualism as ideals that cannot coexist not unlike science and religion, I do not share such views. One can very well stop and think amidst a materialistic world. Certainly, everything is has a price. The price of for the abstract may be the material but it has necessary benefits. One needs rest regardless of one’s wants. Rest is a time for mediation, contemplation, spiritually renewal. It is impossible to live happily when one’s inner self is in turmoil. Please bear in mind, however, one is not required be alone in these endeavors.

     I have often found ponderings more refreshing when done with others, friends who also exploring, seeking invigoration. These musings need not to be about serious topics like philosophy and society but can be about the simple things in everyday life. Regardless of what is discussed, these discussions will give you time to unwind. Your mind and body will be invigorated.

     We are a materialistic society. We are interested in the physical. Even so, we will always have a need for the spiritual as well. The truly successful have found sufficient time to mediate, contemplate, and relax in our busy lives scurrying to and fro to satisfy our needs for the corporeal. Some have and will always have a balance between the material and the spiritual. The question is, are you one of them?

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According to my English teacher, people read to find out who they are and write to find out what they think.

I have a smidgen of an idea of who I am, but I have no clue as to what I think.

No time let the present to being this journey, so let's get started and dive into my blog comprised of a series of haphazard essays I've written with, or sometimes without, purpose.

Please note that these are not meant to be masterpieces of an sort and are often unedited.

Bon voyage!