An article by guest contributor Patricia Audrey Hakim (275 words, 1 min. read)
I Think Therefore I Am
I Rebel Therefore I Exist
Descartes’ infamous phrase gave new meaning to our conscious existence. Camus put motion to it by establishing newfound realization into action.
Think before I speak, think before I act, please! I need to improve on that!
I also need to act on great thoughts. Mustering the courage to bring great ideas to life impacts my self, impacts society.
Descartes showed me that the act of thinking itself proves I am alive.
Knowing this, what should I do?
My thoughts shape my mindset, my mindset drives my movement, and bold movement creates momentum.
I simplify Camus’ phrase to the trendy meaning of today. Camus’ rebellion against the absurd is my understanding to make the ordinary, extraordinary. His chaos is my opportunity.
What good is reflection without motion? What use are brilliant illustrations in my mind if I can’t draw them into reality? I want to be the artist of my life, I want to feel alive!
Breaking free from the mundane, I dare to dream and vividly awaken my dreams with enthusiasm and direction. I build within as I build without.
Isn’t that the real meaning of existence?
Thinking reasons and ponders while action energizes and innovates. I motivate a vision. And that drive gives my life purpose.
Inspired by both Descartes and Camus, I let my conscious self believe in my physical self. And so, me, myself, and I, my whole humble and human self, will push thought into movement on the absurdly awakened journey of life.
A Note To Think About
