Wendell's Diary

There was a time when conspiracy theories captivated me. It felt like I was fighting an invisible force, with no matter how hard I worked, there was no public recognition. I wondered if there was a conspiracy against me. This belief, though irrational, provided a strange comfort, offering an explanation for my struggles with visibility and success. **The Allure of Conspiracy Theories** Conspiracy theories can be enticing, especially when you feel overlooked or powerless. They offer simple explanations for complex issues and can make us feel like we’re part of a hidden truth. For me, the idea that there was a conspiracy keeping me invisible provided a way to rationalize my lack of public recognition. It felt easier to believe in unseen forces working against me than to face the uncertainties and challenges of public visibility and success. **The Reality Check** Over time, I realized that conspiracy theories often do more harm than good. They disrupt the natural flow of information, dist...

In the realm of metaphysics, Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz’s *Monadology* presents a fascinating yet perplexing view of reality. While the concept of monads—indivisible, immaterial substances that form the foundation of existence—offers a unique lens for understanding the universe, it often feels remarkably disconnected from the tangible world we experience daily. **The Essence of Monadology** Leibniz introduces monads as the fundamental units of reality. These monads are simple, without parts, and cannot interact with each other directly. Instead, they reflect the entire universe within themselves through a pre-established harmony orchestrated by a divine force. This intricate system aims to reconcile the spiritual and material aspects of existence, presenting a universe that is ordered and harmonious by design. **Abstract and Intangible** While intellectually stimulating, monadology’s abstraction makes it challenging to relate to the practical world. The notion that everything, including...