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  • What I Mean by “Personally-Crafted; AI-Assisted”

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    Ryan MacLean
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    At Rebel Philosophy, I use the phrase “Personally-crafted; AI-assisted” to describe a writing process rooted in my own creative judgment, philosophical voice, and presence. The tools I use may evolve—but the authorship remains mine. AI plays a role in how I explore structure or test ideas—but the direction, tone, and resonance of each piece begin and end with…

  • What Taoism Are We Talking About?

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    Ryan MacLean
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    Taoism is often used as a catch-all term, but it refers to multiple traditions that have developed over time. When Rebel Philosophy references Taoism, we’re not talking about temples, talismans, or religious ritual. We’re talking about the original philosophical foundations in the writings of Laozi and Zhuangzi, which emerged as a counterpoint to the dominant systems of their time. This…