About the author Ryan Holiday stands as one of the most influential voices in modern philosophy, transforming ancient Stoic wisdom into practical guidance for contemporary life. Holiday dropped out of the University of California, Riverside, at 19 to pursue his career in Los Angeles. His early career in marketing and media manipulation became the subject… Read More »One foot in front of the other
About the Author Arthur C. Brooks is a social scientist, professor, and columnist born in 1964. Before his academic career, Brooks was a professional French horn player who performed with the Barcelona Symphony Orchestra. The quote appears in Brooks’ 2019 bestselling book “Love Your Enemies: How Decent People Can Save America from the Culture of… Read More »Happy people love people
About the author Casey Neistat is an American filmmaker, YouTuber and entrepreneur known for his candid and innovative storytelling style. Born in 1981, Neistat gained popularity through his YouTube channel, where he shares his unique perspectives on life, creativity and the pursuit of passion. His videos often blend personal experiences, social commentary and unconventional filmmaking… Read More »You do a lot of meaningless, purposeless, stupid things
I will proclaim to the world the deeds of Gilgamesh. This was the man to whom all things were known; this was the king who knew the countries of the world. He was wise, he saw mysteries and knew secret things, he brought us a tale of the days before the flood. He went on… Read More »Epic lessons in finding meaning
1. Practice Gratitude Take a few minutes each day to reflect on things you are grateful for. Write them down or share them with someone. This will help you focus on the positive aspects of your life. Practising gratitude involves acknowledging and expressing appreciation for the positive aspects of life. One way to practice gratitude… Read More »10 Practical tips for nurturing happiness
The snow crunched beneath my feet as I led my girlfriend down the driveway, her eyes covered by a soft, woollen scarf I had gently wrapped around her head. The scarf shielded her eyes from the sight that awaited her and provided warmth against the cold winter night. The cold air nipped at our cheeks,… Read More »The Dance of the Aurora
Ralph Waldo Emerson, a name that echoes through the corridors of intellectual inquiry, was more than a mere essayist or poet. He became a beacon for a philosophical movement known as Transcendentalism. Imagine Emerson—a man with eyes that held both the wisdom of ancient sages and the curiosity of a child. His journey began in… Read More »The purpose of life is not to be happy
Tom Waits is an American musician, composer, songwriter, and actor. His music, a blend of rock, blues, jazz, and experimental techniques, often focuses on the underbelly of society, delivered in his trademark deep, gravelly voice. The song “Take It With Me” from the album “Mule Variations” released in 1999 was written by Waits and his… Read More »Take it with me by Tom Waits
The song “Once in a Lifetime” by Talking Heads is a classic example of their innovative and eclectic style, blending influences from Afrobeat, funk, new wave, and art pop. The song was released in 1981 as the lead single from their fourth album, Remain in Light. The lyrics of the song are inspired by the… Read More »Once in a lifetime by Talking Heads
We all want to be happy, right? But what does happiness really mean? You might think that happiness is a simple and obvious goal, but it turns out that it’s not. Chasing happiness can actually make us miserable. That’s what psychiatrist Rafa Euba learned from his clinical work with patients who suffer from depression and… Read More »Happiness is overrated
