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
Marcus Aurelius: How To Have Character
A man’s character is what defines him and what carries him through life. It is character that drives your choices and helps you deal with difficulties. The Stoics believed that Continue Reading
Diogenes Of Oinoanda: The Ancient Secret To Happiness Discovered On A Philosopher’s Stone – Find Out What It Is
If you walk around the upper valley of the River Xanthus in what is now southern Turkey, you might come across a large hilltop which is littered with ancient ruins. Continue Reading
Post #200: My 4 Year Blogging Anniversary And What I Learned On The Way
My 200th post is symbolically the post where I celebrate my 4th year as a blogger on this blog. What a ride it has been. If you want to know Continue Reading