![]() We openly discuss vices because the ruling classes, mobs, and elites encourage us to do so. Once adopted, our vices serve as something we can’t live without. Thus, we will embrace our sins instead of overcoming them. When we discuss our vices openly and confidently, we give them legitimacy by making them a part of who we are. The open celebration of one’s vices makes us weak-willed, vulnerable, and easy prey for those who wish to use us. No, they discuss their iniquities to celebrate and be celebrated.Īnd as modern man cheers on his bad habits and character flaws, the poor suffer, children are uncared for, dreams go unfulfilled, and the ruling classes swell in power. They do not discuss their vices as a way of overcoming them. ![]() They believe talking about their temper tantrums is “empowering” or that openly indulging in sex is “authentic.” But what have such people accomplished? Nothing of note. However, in modern times we have been taught that vices are a source of power. Why shouldn’t we oppose these worst aspects of ourselves? Bad habits and character flaws stifle our ability to help others, be virtuous, and accomplish our goals. In a healthy society, we would see our vices for what they are: aspects of our characters we should eliminate or fiercely regulate. Unfortunately, you cannot live the life of a monk free from anger, desires, and bad habits. Our iniquities range from inconsequential acts such as eating junk food to life-changing problems like drug abuse. ![]() The result for the rich is isolation and suicide, for the poor, envy and murder.’ – Fyodor Dostoyevsky Don’t hesitate to satisfy your needs indeed, expand your needs and demand more.” This is the worldly doctrine of today. You have as much right as the rich and the mighty. ‘The world says: “You have needs - satisfy them. In Modern Times, We Are Taught To Celebrate Our Vices ![]() What is the worst within you? Your desire for immediate gratification, laziness, selfishness, and arrogance. Vice is behavior that serves the worst within us at the expense of our virtue, communities, and goals. Contrary to popular belief, your vices do not make you strong or brave. ![]()
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