Tell HN: Eid Mubarak

Article summary

The article wishes Muslims a happy Eid, a celebration after the month of Ramadan, and explains that Ramadan is a time of fasting and reflection. The author suggests that Ramadan can be a time for people to learn about intermittent fasting, longevity, and a more human experience. The author also mentions that Ramadan is celebrated by 2 billion people around the world. The article concludes by wishing everyone a great day.

Main themes

• Ramadan and Eid
• Self-control and desire
• Personal growth and addiction
• Morality and virtue
• Societal norms and expectations
• Intermittent fasting and longevity

What commenters say

• Some people view self-control and denying oneself desires as a virtue, while others see it as repression.
• The ability to repress desires can be beneficial for achieving long-term goals and developing appreciation for the things one has.
• Others argue that continually denying oneself something that brings happiness is not a virtue and can lead to resentment.
• The concept of fasting and self-control can be applied to various aspects of life, including addiction and personal growth.
• There is a distinction between denying oneself desires for moral reasons and denying oneself desires for personal growth.
• Some people believe that societal morals often require denying oneself things one wants to do, in order to maintain social order and respect for others.
• Others argue that virtue is not just about holding oneself back from unvirtuous actions, but also about pursuing policies that maximize utility for all agents.
• The discussion also touches on the idea that addiction can be a major problem, and that self-control can be an important tool in overcoming it.