The Myth of Certainty

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Do you feel that there is one correct way for you to lead your life and if only you make the right decisions, you will succeed?

Are you then frustrated by the uncertainties you face, nagged by a feeling that there must be a correct way but you just do not know what way that is? Do you wish that life have the mathematical certainty of 1+1=2?

Is Surveillance Justified?

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“He sees you when you’re sleeping. He knows when you’re awake. He knows if you’ve been bad or good, so be good for goodness sake!”[1] The words from the Christmas jingle reflect what most parents know – the threat of surveillance is sufficient to keep their children in line, at least for a while until Christmas is over. While adults know that there is no Santa Claus watching every move we make, the reality is no less sinister.