Fernándezism

**Fernandezism** is the ideology and religion by which one worships the diet Fernández and his associated teachings. It is the majority and only canonically correct religion within the **Leonard Cinematic Universe**.

The religion involves the following of the principles as outlined by the prophet Fernández, the goal of which is to achieve untainted content with the world and its many failures.

## Principles

### Self-awareness

The first guiding principle of self-awareness encompasses the ability for one to continually recognise one's own follies, for the purpose of self-improvement. This involves activities such as self-deprecation (especially through humour), and regular metacognition through methods such as meditation.

Achievement of self-awareness is critical to the other guiding principles of Fernándezism, as the lack thereof inhibits one's ability to see the world for what it truly is, oneself, of course, a part of that world.

### Apathy

The second guiding principle of Fernándezism involves the detachment of oneself from any and all material and sentimental possession. This will allow one to see the world in its purest and most objective form, devoid of any and all connections, which taints the true nature of reality. Consequently, those who achieve this stage are able to view any and all things from all possible angles, which allows for significantly more efficient cognition and logic.

Those observed at at this level gain the ability to lose senses of emotion at will, many of whom forgetting principles such as revenge. Concepts such as revenge ultimately become meaningless, as when one views such ideas, it is revealed that it is inconsequential and hence meaningless. This has also been observed to extend to feelings of longing, depression, and anxiety. The parting from these feelings hence draws one towards a pure and ultimate feeling of content and peace.

This step is essential for achieving the final principle of Fernándezism.

### Empathy

The final guiding principle, preached by Fernández himself, is to be all caring, righteous, and upstanding for fellow sapient beings. Once one reaches both apathy and self-awareness, they are able to view all as equals, devoid of hatred and prejudice. This follows Fernández's example as a being of ultimate compassion, understanding, and power. He cares not for one's material or sentimental status, but simply for themself.

Fernández is fully aware of everyone's mortality and other follies, just as he is of his own. He empathises for himself and others, that they can and never will achieve perfection as mere sapient beings. His self-awareness and apathy allows him to be content with the world and its flaws, whilst still finding enjoyment in what will ultimately be a meaningless attempt at bettering the world as a whole. He knows that it will be ultimately meaningless, but does not allow that to discourage him from the small gains that he makes, even if it is only one person at a time.

To achieve empathy is to truly realise the futile nature of reality, the world, and the universe as a whole; to forget all temporary and fatuous ideas connecting one to that world; and to strive and enjoy the temporary but wonderful sensation that is life, no matter how ultimately meaningless it may or may not be.