At What Point Of The Fall Of The Roman Republic Are We?
The Roman Republic officially ended in 27 BC, when Octavian became Augustus, the first emperor of Rome. However, it had been dying long before. The process took over a hundred Continue Reading
When In Danger, Distract Your Enemy By Making It Appear It Is Business As Usual, While Quietly Making Your Escape
Imagine a situation when you are under siege. Your army is small, your position is weak and a stronger enemy is at your gates. This doesn’t have to be just Continue Reading
11 Lessons From The Fall Of The Roman Republic: It Is Disturbing How Relevant They Are For Today
History can teach us a lot about the present, because it can show us analogies from what happened in the past. Human nature stays the same throughout the ages and Continue Reading
The Year Ahead 2019: The Dangerous Trends That Are Shaking Up The World Today
Edward Gibbon started his description of the decline and fall of the Roman Empire at a period of history when it was at its peak. During the reign of the Continue Reading
A Fake Mental Boost Can Be Worth More Than Gold
At times you can be faced with a situation that might seem overwhelming. An enemy can be camped out in front of you, larger in size and in a better Continue Reading
Plutarch’s Tips For Keeping A Tranquil Mind In A Turbulent World
At the turn of the 1st century AD, the Roman Empire was living in an era often referred to as the “Pax Romana”. This was a time of relative calm Continue Reading
Appear Strong When You Are Weak
The book “48 Laws of Power” was a bestseller and a hit among many people. While an interesting read, I have always felt that the lessons were a bit cherry-picked Continue Reading
All That You Need To Know To Survive In The Modern World You Can Learn From The Ancients
The 21st century is upon us and with it come many changes. Just like the Industrial Revolution brought in a new era, the Internet Revolution is bringing in another new Continue Reading
Applying The Thoughts Of Marcus Aurelius: A Day In The Life
What does the typical day of someone who applies the thoughts of Marcus Aurelius actually look like? Let’s imagine you put all those suggestions into practice. How would this help Continue Reading