Definition of Philosophy

Materialism Stems from Upbringing

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Recall the all-time hit song of Madonna, “Material Girl” and you may find the lyrics properly depicting what materialism is really all about. While the song points more towards females, there are men who have their share of being materialistic as well.

Why do people become materialistic? A lot of it stems from how they were brought up and of course being exposed to various lifestyles and needs to which jealousy is included in the mix of being lured into materialistic issues.

Indeed we cannot tell anyone not to be drawn to materialism. Anyone is susceptible towards it. Noteworthy are the hard times and of course the lack of satisfaction as far as personal wants is concerned and perhaps you may understand why their differing beliefs have classified them as being too materialistic rather than being good overall individuals.

There is not theoretic claim that materialism is something can be avoided. Even the external factors like social and cultural issues do not have an actual point in it all although they are sure to have contributed towards its evolution in people.

But what really catches the ire of many is the fact that materialism can sometime become overly pitiful. Some people fail to realize how it can affect them as a person and in fact deprives them from fending off materialism as well.

What really makes it entirely pathetic is people losing their personal values in lieu of materialistic desires. Some have gone past it while others have not. Whatever it cases, I am sure no one wants to be branded a materialistic person.

Originally posted on June 14, 2011 @ 12:02 am

Does Personal Philosophy Matter At All?

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Each person has his own set of beliefs to which his personal philosophy will work on. Some may agree while others contradict it. But while that is a given in this crazy world you just have to respect a person for what he believes in even if it may seem awkward and weird. In short, it is not about determining if it is right or wrong. It is about holding true to your word on what you believe in and caring less on logical definitions since in most cases, the real reason would lie on the fact that they have personal supporting facts to go by it.

One fact here is experience. While we all know the standard philosophies that we read and are advised of, it remains that there will always be loopholes that may differ our overall understanding. Among them include rare instances where one’s philosophy is entirely different from another. This has been proven. Like for example in business, it does not always follow that constant advertising will reap you attention. You have to look further at the crowd you are showing the ad to. If they don’t respond then you have just thrown out millions of dollars.

In personal instances, being around and showing a person how much you care for them cannot always be appreciated. In fact, it has been proven that the only time a person is appreciated is when they are gone. Late as it may be, but that is reality we all experience.

Personal philosophies differ each day. It is just a matter of respecting them for their own separate reasons for believing in them that way.

Originally posted on August 20, 2008 @ 10:23 am

Spending at the Right Time

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Finances are one of the hardest things to control these days and apparently there is more to saying that we will not spend or save a penny for a rainy day. These days, it is no longer a matter of I want this and I want that. It is about being logical and practical as far as consumer spending is concerned. In short, there is more to buying the things we love based on ads or what people tell us to buy.

Of course, there is always the reference towards buying needs based on importance of need. Using the model of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, people who use to ignore it may want to refer to it once again. These days, the things that Maslow had enumerated are for real. The other things that include electronics, mobile phones and pricey dinners or night outs are vices which now have to be controlled. In short, do not spend if you cannot save.

Being single or having parents to support you should not be your safety precaution. Most of us are adults and the act o being responsible can be done only if we really want to be one. We are no longer spoon-fed children to which we always know that there is someone to catch us when we fall. Wake up people, you should start facing the world and know your limits.

There is no better way to be responsible other than to manage your daily finances. Be logical and practical. One day you can boast that to your siblings as a good example to follow.

Originally posted on August 4, 2008 @ 12:43 am