Can a skeptical mind prosper?

Question

Thank you so much!!

Answer 1

Doubt is a cleansing factor for the mind.

Answer 2

the skeptic would doubt it.

Answer 3

I would like to know too

Answer 4

maybe financially if someone is benefitting from the fruits of their 'labor'

Mentally, emotionally, spiritually, I dont see how such a configuration could prosper.

There is such thing as a healthy level of skepticism, however; one that questions and demands discrimination. If that becomes pathological, solely trying to discredit/disprove others, then it is unhealthy and likely to sicken the owner eventually.

EDIT: doubt cleanses the mind? what drivel. doubt creates confusion, mistrust, poisons the will; it's more true to say doubt clouds the mind.  I'm not sure if you were trying to be funny with that. Seriously, anyone arguing a 'yes' answer to this question please also answer how.  Like you could say: When I doubted that watch was a real Rolex, I knew to try to move the price from 15K to 40$, and prospered by $14,960.

I hope I can impress upon you that most doubt in essence is self-doubt, and does not serve you well. Again, not to be confused with lack of discriminative faculties.

Wow- I just read your profile and you are something of a yogi- how enigmatic. Not to mention ironic- why not use your system of self enquiry to explore your beliefs on 'doubt as cleansing factor', the nature of doubt, and where it will lead you.....ultimately I see a state of indecision and passivity with that.  Also you further prove my point. Reading 22 disparate spiritual texts not as academia but as a personal search for truth/self realization is a sure sign of clouded thinking, and can only lead to more confusion. My best wishes for you to find a clear path through.  More Vivekananda, less Osho if you wanted my input and encouragement. HWR

Answer 5

1. RODAN'S GREEK PHILOSOPHY

The wise and effective solution of any problem demands that the mind shall be free from bias, passion, and all other purely personal prejudices which might interfere with the disinterested survey of the actual factors that go to make up the problem presenting itself for solution. The solution of life problems requires courage and sincerity. Only honest and brave individuals are able to follow valiantly through the perplexing and confusing maze of living to where the logic of a fearless mind may lead. And this emancipation of the mind and soul can never be effected without the driving power of an intelligent enthusiasm which borders on religious zeal. It requires the lure of a great ideal to drive man on in

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Answer 6

Skeptic mind will prosper by doubting, questioning& disbelieving

Answer 7

skepticism is a journey to enlightenment.

because it doesnt have faults of blind optimism.

but skepticism that is not nurtured and fed, would only be self destructive.

on the other hand while some are continuosly worrying and doubting, others move on and learn more. the more open your mind is the more you will know and then you can deduct whats true and whats false