Philosophy by which you live

The back story
Years ago, anthropologist Margaret Mead was asked by a student what she considered to be the first sign of civilization in a culture. The student expected Mead to talk about fishhooks or clay pots or grinding stones.
But no. Mead said that the first sign of civilization in an ancient culture was a femur (thighbone) that had been broken and then healed. Mead explained that in the animal kingdom, if you break your leg, you die. You cannot run from danger, get to the river for a drink or hunt for food. You are meat for prowling beasts. No animal survives a broken leg long enough for the bone to heal.

A broken femur that has healed is evidence that someone has taken time to stay with the one who fell, has bound up the wound, has carried the person to safety and has tended the person through recovery.

The wisdom it shares
Helping someone else through difficulty is where civilization starts, Mead said."
We are at our best when we serve others. Be civilized.
- Ira Byock.
 
I am starting to like the "humanist" philosophy. In brief...

Humanism is a democratic and ethical life stance that emphasizes the value and agency of human beings, individually and collectively, and generally prefers critical thinking and evidence over acceptance of dogma or superstition 1. It is a philosophy that affirms the dignity and worth of all people and encourages individuals to take responsibility for their own lives and the communities and world in which they live 1.

The term “humanism” has been used to describe a variety of intellectual and cultural movements throughout history, including the Renaissance humanism movement in Italy, the Enlightenment humanism movement in Europe, and the secular humanism movement in the United States 1.

Humanism is often associated with a non-theistic view of the world, which emphasizes the importance of reason, science, and human experience over religious doctrine or supernatural beliefs 1. However, it is important to note that humanism is not a monolithic philosophy, and there are many different interpretations and variations of humanism 1.

In conclusion, humanism is a philosophy that emphasizes the value and agency of human beings and encourages individuals to take responsibility for their own lives and the world around them. It is a diverse and multifaceted philosophy that has played an important role in shaping the intellectual and cultural history of the world
 
Love everything as much as I possibly can. I love everything for the experience and let go on to the next experience. I have felt hatred in my lifetime and fortunately I overcame it to love again. No matter what happens in life 'it" is perfect circumstantially. Life does not make mistakes, life is perfect as it does exactly as it is meant to do. Is life a flawless program that is maintained by something we cannot comprehend?

I believe as I believe not to seek answers but as a remedy that works for me.
 
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