The problems and mysteries of life

The problems and mysteries of life

 

There are many ways to approach the problems and mysteries of life.  One of them is to become cynical and contemptuous of those who still seek some meaning in their lives.  To become a skeptic is also another way of trying to figure out what is true and false when it comes to human experiences.  There is the way of faith, which is not unreasonable but this path leaves the seeker open to the scorn of those who choose another way.  Those who call themselves humanist are many and perhaps they are the ones who are most easy to talk to.

In any case, doubt about ones path I believe will always be a part of the journey.  To deny the reality of doubt can lead one to becoming angry and overbearing when dealing with others.  Ubber-skeptics, village atheist and extreme fundamentalist of any religious faith easily fall into this trap.

There are different levels of communication.  One level allows all sides to discuss their differences, to listen closely and to limiting the power of negative stereotypes to get in the way of mutual communication.  It also helps to understand that others can't be changed nor can beliefs be altered by insults and brow beating.  Change comes from listening and incorporating the insights of others.  I believe that is seldom accomplished, but we can still try.  I fail more than I succeed, but all can anyone do but keep trying.  Though there is some doubt, that this will ever happen on anykind of a broad scale, so I remain a skeptic, though not a strong one on this point.