The Mindful Minimalist

A Newsletter that talks about life and its overlap with AI. A sincere attempt at sharing learning and content for leading a simple and purposeful life.

Edition: July 15-31, 2023

What's New in AI

Decline in ChatGPT users? Won't happen again. The code interpreter has arrived. I've activated it and it's giving me all the reasons to extend my premium subscription for another month.

It's a game-changer! I encourage you to watch this YouTube video: LINK

With this powerful tool, we can bid farewell to regrets about not learning coding earlier.

It's never too late to dive into this thrilling world!

Unlock your coding potential using text based inputs!

Learnings from Philosophy

Ship of Theseus paradox! Usually, middle-aged have thoughts about identity, change, and continuity.

Context: After conquering the fearsome Minotaur and returning to Athens, Theseus' ship becomes a symbol of his bravery. It finds a safe harbor, where it's meticulously maintained to preserve its glory.But as time charts its course, the ship's parts start to wear out. A plank here, a sail there, perhaps even the mast. Whenever something gives way, a new part steps in. This cycle repeats over many years, until every single original piece has been replaced.

Questions: Is this still Theseus' ship? When did it cease being the original? Was it the first swap, the last, or somewhere in the middle?

Imagine gathering all the old, worn-out parts and using them to construct a new ship. Would that ship also be Theseus' ship? If not, why? After all, it's made from the very same original parts!

Read a little more about this paradox: LINK

Idea of Minimalism

Simplicity Seekers! Deepak Chopra, a mind-body medicine guru, had a life-changing encounter with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the visionary behind Transcendental Meditation. This meeting was a game-changer, igniting Chopra's dedication to holistic health and happiness. He's now a worldwide champion for these transformative principles.

If you've ever wondered about the intersection of science and meditation, Chopra's books and talks are gold mines of wisdom. He's here to clear the fog and show how these principles align.

Dive into this captivating article on finding joy in simplicity: LINK

Money in Life

"Money is the root of all evil"? Well, that's not quite right. It is, "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil." Got it?

I've been digging into the fascinating topics of mindset and our relationship with money. A quick rundown:

Practice Gratitude: Be grateful for what you have. It's the key to shifting your focus and appreciating the good things in life.

Live Within Your Means: Find joy in simplicity. You don't need extravagance to live a fulfilling life. More on this in my minimalism section!

Practice Mindfulness: Stay present and appreciate the here and now. Let go of worries about the future and regrets about the past.

Visualize Abundance: Picture financial abundance in your mind. It can spark new possibilities and transform your mindset. Think manifestation vibes!

Keep hustling and nurturing that positive money mindset! I have issues with word 'Hustling' for sometime now. Wondering Why?

Good read on this: LINK

What is keeping me busy?

Visited parents after 6 years and met my cousin after 13 years. Bad, Isn't it? Sometime I am negligent or may be too selfish. Had a complete change of routine. It was refreshing to be 'home' where I forget all my daily routine of meditating or exercising.

Lucky to be back in Chandigarh before the flash floods in Himachal and Punjab. And thanks to my spirit guide on June 30 guiding me drop plan to ride to Suru Valley, Kargil. See there are messages from Spirit guides for me. Happy!

Keeping the 'Spirituality' spirits high with the 12 powerful names of Lord Hanuman: Remove Negative Energy

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