https://salastro.github.io Essays and technical writing from SalahDin Rezk. Sun, 03 May 2026 08:31:09 GMT https://salastro.github.io/#sorrows-of-the-inadequate-soul https://salastro.github.io/#sorrows-of-the-inadequate-soul Tue, 31 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT Philosophy Inadequacy Struggle I find myself engulfed in a profound disorientation, borne from the acute realization of my own inadequacy. Every fiber of my being resonates with a palpable sense of limitation, leaving me bereft of any semblance of fulfillment. I harbor naught but a fervent desire for the release of death upon my humble soul, for it struggles to grasp the boundless potential within, a potential thwarted not by external circumstances, but rather by my own inability to rise to the standards I have set. Obstacles, once perceived as mere trials, now assume the guise of transformative crucibles, intended to refine my essence into the epitome of what it ought to be. Yet, in this lamentable state, I find myself so profoundly wretched that the very essence of my humanity is called into question. https://salastro.github.io/#prayer https://salastro.github.io/#prayer Tue, 22 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT Philosophy Spirituality Prayer Introduction Within the chaotic and unpredictable nature of human existence, the act of prayer emerges as a profound source of order and stability. It provides individuals with a framework to orient themselves, find meaning in their actions, and make sense of the bewildering world around them. Through regular engagement in prayer, individuals establish a structured routine that permeates their lives, offering a sanctuary of stability and purpose. Thus it becomes necessary to delve into the depths of prayer, exploring its physical, spiritual, and philosophical dimensions, unveiling the profound connection between the remembrance of death and this sacred act. https://salastro.github.io/#thy-destiny https://salastro.github.io/#thy-destiny Fri, 16 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT Philosophy Purpose Self-Actualization Envision thyself as the person thou desirest to become, painting a vivid and intricate portrait of thy future self within the realm of thy mind's eye. Contemplate not only the accomplishments and accolades thou seeketh, but also the qualities and virtues that shall define thee as an individual. Reflect upon the noble goals thou shalt pursue, the profound impact thou shalt have upon the world, and the legacy thou aspirest to leave behind. https://salastro.github.io/#alone https://salastro.github.io/#alone Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT Philosophy Existentialism Self The thought that hunts those who think of us the most is being of a something greater than ours. It is the search for the meaning that we crave for to fulfil our existence in life. We aim for something other than the manifestation that we acquire because of our realization of its incompleteness. Even the most narcissistic of us seek in similar vain. I may even argue that the only difference between who were deemed sane and those who are not is a corruption in the essence of meaning. For example, narcissists think that they can be of everything without paying pain and guts. https://salastro.github.io/#death https://salastro.github.io/#death Sat, 20 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT Philosophy Mortality Acceptance Death, the most detested of the experience (i.e. life) from the majority of whom endure. People hate, avoid, and even fight it, but no matter the struggle with that edifice, it will devour you and everyone close to your heart. You will have—even if you hate to—accept it.