philosophy
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2) Monday Mood Boost: Two Ancient Ideas for A Happier Life
Monday’s can be difficult. You wake up, it’s the start of a new week and you might be feeling a bit anxious. Your mind is racing ahead to all the things you need to do and all the challenges you need to overcome. It can be a bit daunting. So here’s a mood booster for…
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Why do you do what you do?
Have you ever asked yourself this? As in, why do you spend your time the way you spend it? It’s become a little bit cliche nowadays, to say time is the most precious commodity. But it really is. On your deathbed, you’re not going to think about how much money you have. You’re going to…
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1) Monday Mood Boost; Nothing Matters
Monday’s can be difficult. You wake up, it’s the start of a new week and you might be feeling a bit anxious. Your mind is racing ahead to all the things you need to do and all the challenges you need to overcome. It can be a bit daunting. So here’s a mood booster for…
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Modern Marcus Aurelius: The Extraordinary Journey from Guerrilla Fighter to the World’s Poorest President
José Mujica, Uruguayan President from 2010 to 2015, stood out not only for his political role, but also for his past as a guerrilla and prisoner, choosing to live in a modest farmhouse while donating 90% of his salary to charity. Known for his humility, integrity and commitment to principles, Mujica’s life has provided important…
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How Stoicism Can Transform Your Daily Life
I think the best metaphor for life is a boat at sea. Sometimes you have clear skies and calm waters. Other times, you are in a tempest of chaos and noise. Whether sunny or moody, boats need a compass to guide them. Humans are the same. We need something to guide us through life. I…
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The Profound Brevity of Life: A Reflection on Death
When Oliver Sacks mused about the transient nature of life, he delved deep into our collective psyche, urging us to confront the inevitable. Death, a subject most of us shy away from, isn’t just an end. It’s a reminder of life’s fleetingness, urging us to cherish every moment, big and small. This is a thought…
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The Underrated Value of Philosophy in Daily Life
Hello there. Ever had one of those days where life’s weight seems unbearable, and the world feels inexplicably complex? This is rhetorical, as we all have had those days as humans. I know I certainly have. And, often, when faced with such existential angst, it can be hard to know what to do. We mostly…
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School, Life, and Everything in Between
Hi there, Firstly, I’m Max. And before anything else, let me share a secret: I’m 23, and like most in their early twenties (and life), I’m figuring things out on the fly. Most of the time, I actually feel like I haven’t got a clue. Life is hard like that. This feeling of cluelessness has…