question everything.Is this practical?

Answer 1

Don't question the physicalness of matter (unless you're a physicist!), question your perceptions - your experience of reality. If you don't like the way you feel about what is happening to you and it keeps repeating, know that reality is mirroring the contents of consciousness. Cause and effect are never separated.

The learned ego is filled with erroneous defensive beliefs. Be relentless until you find the origin of the cause within and reframe it until the external reality changes. When the entirety of the ego's thought system is gone, the REAL you will be all that is left - the authentic Self.

Answer 2

No, I don't think so...not EVERYTHING, at least.

I mean, what's the point? Unless the idea is harmful, (because then you could question it and then disprove it and stuff), I don't think it's really necessary. Like, is the sky really blue? Does that matter? So what if it's actually green?

Sometimes things are supposed to be questioned, and sometimes there's really no point.

What is true happiness? Well, what feels happy to you?

What is real? Does it even matter, as long as it feels real? (Not to me, anyway...)

Is there really a god? What's wrong with religion, if evangelists don't try and force you to convert, or otherwise harm people? Religion offers guidance and peace of mind to believers.

But when religion is mixed with politics, then it should definitely be unmixed, and you know how in the Dark Ages, it stunted scientific growth and stuff? That was wrong...
But I think religion is fine, practiced in moderation.

Sorry, was that a smidge off the topic? That's just something I feel...moderately strongly about...

Anyway, my point is, don't obsess over pointless questions, a little ignorance sometimes is bliss, and.....I heard that yoga is supposed to cure ulcers?

Yeah.

Answer 3

Practical is a relative term. What is practical for me, may be outlandishly unrealistic to someone else.

Some minds are wired to question and rebel; others, to acquiesce and comply. It depends upon the person.

I think the adage "question everything" may have been intended to address larger principles and areas of idea, such as politics, religion, justice, etc., rather than the concept of literally questioning EVERYTHING: Why is my neighbor's car green? Why did I take 38 steps on the sidewalk today, but only 34 last Thursday? Why is there a silent G in laughter?

That sort of questioning of everything can lead to insanity and a lot of squandered time--for some. For others, asking questions about every last P and Q of every last micron of space is quite entertaining. Depends upon the person--like I said, it's all relative.

Question as much or as little as you are personally inspired or compelled to question! There is no one way, or one singular practicality for everyone. We are all individuals!

The short answer is: think twice before you follow the herd.

Answer 4

At it's proper time and place, yes. There is nothing wrong with being skeptical, so long as your skeptical beliefs can be reasonable fulfilled.

for example - If you are going to buy a car, you should be skeptical of a used car salesman because there is a lot of money at stake, and used car salesmen have bad reputations. But, if you talk with the salesman and he seems nice, doesn't pressure you, and advises against a car you don't seem completely happy with, then it is alright to lift some of your skepticism.

Also remember, there is a difference between skepticism and cynicism. Skepticism is based around the lack of facts, Cynicism is based around bitterness.

Answer 5

If we question what is reality and what is illusion then we are actually questioning everything. Yes we have the intelligence to question our existence. -If we don't at least question "Who am I, and What is real happiness," then we will be lost. The answers to thees questions are as follows-
We are not this material body, IE; Race, color, nationality, Religion, mind, intellect, senses, job, etc. We are all eternal spirit souls, part and parcel of the Supreme Soul, also known as Krishna, Allah, Jehovah, Vishnu, etc. We never die, only this mortal body dies.
This material world is not our real home, it is called Maya (illusion) and is temporary and full of misery, only one fourth of the souls come here, and the rest are enjoying blissful eternal loving relationships with our Maker named above. Those who are intelligent, take up the process of self realization (Bhakti Yoga) which gives one real peace, happiness and reality. Then at the end of life they can return to the eternal Kingdom where there is no more birth, death, old age, or disease and be eternally happy. I have questioned all that is necessary for my eternal souls highest Truth and my search is over. I am satisfied.
For info. Go to harekrishnatemple.com Read Bhagavad Gita- As it is by Bhaktivedanta Prabhupada asitis.com you can read it on line.

Answer 6

We, are in a sense, questioning everything even though we may not realize it simply by our analysis of everything. Is having a single answer to everything practical? Not the least bit. Some questions may never be answered, but out of our inquisitive nature, we still keep trying.

Answer 7

Its probably not practical but some of us can't help it, leave no stone unturned, In fact if I spent as much time exercising my body as I do my mind Id be a size 8 without a doubt.

Answer 8

No; it's absolutely not practical. I personally don't care much for practicality though, and I question the implicit importance your questions places on the idea of "practicality". Who cares? As long as you're questioning everything, you're learning and making no assumptions.

Answer 9

depends on your personality type some are built to question and some trust leaving it up to fate. I think its healthy and safe to have a combination of both. Money, health. and safety issues need investigating, whereas love and minor issues can be left up to fate. Don't over think anything be deliberate on all front and you'll be happier

Answer 10

Well, question new concepts. How often do you come upon something new that you have to evaluate? It's not like you wake up every day with a blank slate.