The Big Questions

The questions you ask when the house is quiet.

Fifteen traditions have spent centuries on these. The ones that have come up most often are gathered here. Read the answers. Then ask your own.

01

What happens after death?

Five traditions look into the dark and return with very different answers.

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02

Is forgiveness always the right thing to do?

Five traditions disagree on one of the hardest moral questions there is.

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03

How do you find meaning in suffering?

Five traditions on what to do when the pain will not lift.

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04

Is free will an illusion?

Five traditions on whether you actually get to choose.

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05

When should you let go of a relationship?

Five traditions on how to know when love becomes harm.

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06

How do I know if I'm on the right path?

Five traditions on the difference between the life you chose and the life you were meant for.

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07

What does it mean to be a good person when no one is watching?

Five traditions on the gap between your reputation and your character.

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08

How do I stop comparing myself to others?

Five traditions on the oldest addiction, now available on your phone.

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09

What should I do with regret?

Five traditions on the weight of the thing you cannot take back.

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10

How do I forgive myself?

Five traditions on the one person your grudges keep hostage.

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11

What do I owe my parents?

Five traditions on the debt you did not sign up for and cannot clearly name.

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12

How do I stop being afraid of failure?

Five traditions on the fear that keeps you small and calls itself caution.

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