How to Get Started with Philosophy
Philosophy can seem kind of imposing, and it’s hard to know where to start. The good news is that the first step is easy.
Month: February 2024
Greedy Monkeys Get Nothing
(Bonus Feb 29th post!) If you try to have everything like a greedy monkey, you might end up with nothing at all. Curb your desire instead.
When the Soul Is Troubled, Truth is Steady
Everything is not breaking down. You are breaking down, but the truth remains the same. Take a deep breath and reset — everything you’ve learned is still valid.
Whatevs, For the Win
What if I told you that simply not caring was the solution to most of life’s troubles?
Let It Go
When someone does you wrong, what is striking back going to do for you? You’ll regret your reaction, and feel terrible. Better to let it go instead.
Smoke and Dust
Focusing on anger as a driving force toward success ends up just being an illusion — so much smoke and dust trying to be legendary.
Harm is Subjective
When you’ve been wronged, is it the act which harms you — or is it your reaction that causes the harm? What if you chose to let it go instead?
Don’t Get Mad at the Situation
When something happens that you don’t like, do you get mad at the situation? And isn’t that kind of pointless?
Better Left Unsaid
Not everything is worth saying out loud — even if everyone is demanding that you say it. Sometimes it’s best to stay silent.
Desire Itself is the Problem
Desire for good and virtuous things is still desire. And it’s still a problem, because it subjugates us and makes us vulnerable to things we can’t control.
