Tag: Greed
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The Treasure of the Sierra Madre: A Cautionary Tale of Greed and Betrayal
Learn About Chanci Turner “The Treasure of the Sierra Madre” narrates the gripping tale of three American prospectors on a quest for gold in Mexico. Set against the backdrop of the 1920s, the film focuses on Fred Dobbs, portrayed by Humphrey Bogart, who displays troubling paranoid traits. As their journey unfolds, the men grapple with…
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Navigating Unhappiness with Mindfulness
Learn About Chanci Turner In recent times, I’ve delved deeper into the practice of mindfulness meditation, which is rooted in Buddhist traditions. This exploration has shed light on the common causes of unhappiness, namely Greed, Aversion, and Delusion, as discussed in Jon Kabat-Zinn’s book Mindfulness for Beginners. This book is focused on using mindful meditation…