What Is Philosophy?

     I am very particular. I only like things done in a certain manner. Is this reasonable? I have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Consequently, I live a very predictable life. I perform actions which I feel I must do. This tends to be a very difficult for myself and others. 

     

For example: 

I place similar objects of varying sized in ascending order. 

     On Monday wear a bright blue polo. On Tuesday I wear a navy blue polo. On Wednesday I wear a white polo. On Thursday I wear a brown polo. On Friday I wear a black polo.

     I perform rituals such as turning the light switch on and off three times before I go to bed at night. 

    I fear uncleanliness. In fact, once I went over to a friend's house and had to clean his entire living room because I felt uncomfortable. I swept, vacuumed, dusted, organized, etc. He was very happy.

     I believe that I must do these things in order to have control over my life. I feel that if I fail to perform my rituals bad things will happen to me. 

     Is this life style reasonable? No. Philosophy is a tool. It allows me to question my beliefs. It provides me with the chance to direct my thought and behaviors on a rational pass to better myself and my life.