Just because something seems impractical, does not mean that we should avoid attempting it. In fact, nearly all great change in the world is made by people who had the bravery, the arrogance, or the stupidity to attempt something impractical. Practicality is measured in what has worked, what usually works, and what is expected to … Continue reading Impractical Effort
Pragmatism, along with its attributes necessity, efficiency, frugality, and prudence, is a useful tool, especially with regards to necessity, but it is not an end in itself. The goal of pragmatism is not merely to be more pragmatic. It is a starting point. It helps us to survive and, if used wisely, to thrive. Pragmatism’s … Continue reading Beyond A Pragmatic Existence
It is okay to enjoy something purely for the sake of itself. There is a lot in this life that we must do. There is a lot that requires us to be practical, efficient, frugal, prudent, and disciplined. Not everything we do has to have some underlying reason, purpose, or motive, however. Some things we … Continue reading For Joy
Courage, by definition, is impractical (and practicality is not courageous). Doing what is safe and practical keeps us moving in the same direction, at the same speed. The problem with this strategy is that life is moving faster than whatever speed we feel is safe and practical. For this reason, instead of getting us ahead, … Continue reading Courage to Act (Impractically)
Practicality precedes longterm happiness, but it must not come at the cost of it. Once we reach the age wherein we begin to become responsible for ourselves, there are certain necessities that we must consider. These are the needs that, for our own survival, must precede our wants. We must have food, clothing, and shelter … Continue reading The Impracticality of Regret
