How To Be Happy Even If You Are A Pessimist
Arthur Schopenhauer’s recipe for life in a tough world. — “Life is a business that does not cover the costs.“ - Arthur Schopenhauer The world is full of suffering. Wars, pestilence, and Continue Reading
How To Become A World Champion By Stacking Your Skills
Laszlo Polgar is an unassuming man. In his old age, his white beard and round face make him look like a green-eyed Fidel Castro, but otherwise if you crossed Continue Reading
5 Epic Nuggets Of Ancient Wisdom From Lao Tzu That Will Open Up Your Mind
“Taoism extols the virtue of flexibility. What survives on Earth is what effortlessly adapts to the changing environment and changing circumstances.” — Ernie J. Zelinski Founded around 500 BC, Taoism Continue Reading
Five Lessons On Life From Zen Buddhist Master Shunryu Suzuki
“In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities. In the expert’s mind there are few.” — Shunryu Suzuki I remember when I was a teenager, I was quite stubborn. In Continue Reading
Why Do I Want To Fight?
Why do I want to fight? As I took my first step out of the plane and onto the boarding stairs, the hot, humid air instantly smacked me across the Continue Reading
Your Moral Character Is All You Have – Your Actions Define You
In 458 B.C., Rome was at the edge of defeat. A Roman force led by Consul Mincius had been sent out to crush the Aequians, a nearby tribe, once and 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
Robot-Proof Your Career: How To Thrive At Your Job In An Era Ruled By Robots
The era of specialization is over. The future world of work will require the same type of skills that made the Renaissance Men of old so successful. According to a Continue Reading
A Practical Guide To Implementing The Thoughts Of Marcus Aurelius Into Your Own Life
For the Ancients, philosophy was not only about discussions on the nature of the world, but primarily it was a very practical guide to living your daily life. A “philosopher” Continue Reading