The close-minded will blindly perpetuate/imitate…at the other end of the spectrum are those who refuse to see things through, and flit from approach to approach.  Both extremes avoid the idea of TESTING their theories to the bone.  IMHO, every philosophy/viewpoint is subject to change, and must constantly be screened for functionality via disciplined, consistent scrutiny.  In this way, ancient teachings and philosophies can be reiterated, adapted, and kept alive…

Not to serve our personal comforts, but to push us into greater awareness.