If thinking is categorized practically, it can be broadly split into ‘volitional thinking’ and ‘instrumental thinking.’ Volitional thinking involves the belief that to succeed, a person must have a strong will to overcome hardships and obstacles. Self-improvement falls under this category. However, to actually overcome hardships and obstacles, it is instrumental thinking that drives us to consider that we need ‘tools’ to get past them. In other words, it’s like how carpenters build houses: they construct the structure, but tools are what make it possible. There is no carpenter without tools. Both are essential for success, but if I had to emphasize one, focusing on instrumental thinking is more advantageous. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”
Like the view of humans, the view of animals also greatly influences our lives. When a domestic puppy dies, we are not indifferent; we commemorate and mourn as we would at a human funeral. However, how should we understand the phenomenon of savoring and even admiring the tenderloin steak on the table without guilt? A person may choose a vegetarian diet due to health issues, but often, it is also influenced by their views on animals. Food, clothing, and shelter are essential for human survival, yet we are less aware of how our views on animals impact these areas compared to our views on humans. Humans coexist with animals. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”