Brenden, the idea of separating “what” and why” is a hugely important idea—imho making this one of the most significant, foundational pieces of yours that I’ve read.

Do you think “how” fits on the religious side? Why and how sound related, in that you find meaning, you are also informed by that meaning on how to live your life.

This quote above from your piece makes sense in a powerful way. At the same time, it’s always seemed to me a human flaw that we seemingly have to find meaning through religion, spirituality or other supernatural means—why can’t we each find meaning inside ourselves, without having to invent something? That seems more authentic to me, although of course it’s easier said than done.