This lecture discusses key ideas from the ancient Stoic philosopher Seneca's work, On The Shortness of Life
It focuses specifically on the state many people waste their lives in, which he terms being "preoccupied" (occupatus). The preoccupied rob themselves of the opportunity of enjoying and appreciating their present moment, even when they appear to be foc ... Show More
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Jorge Luis Borges - The Shape Of The Sword - Sadler's Lectures
This lecture discusses key ideas from the 20th century philosophical short story writer, essayist, and poet Jorge Luis Borges's story "The Shape Of The Sword" which can be found in Collected Fictions. Borges listens to a story told by a former Irish revolutionary, marked by a sca ... Show More
11m 57s
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Jorge Luis Borges - The Theologians - Sadler's Lectures
This lecture discusses key ideas from the 20th century philosophical short story writer, essayist, and poet Jorge Luis Borges's story "The Theologians" which can be found in Collected Fictions. It centers on a (perhaps one-way) rivalry between two Christian theologians, Aurelian ... Show More
22m 35s
Apr 2024
The Stoic Secrets to a Good Life (ft. Ryan Holiday)
There’s an ancient philosophy that could actually help you give fewer f*cks, and unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard of it.Stoicism has been helping people manage their stress and anxiety for thousands of years and today, it’s more relevant than ever.@ry ... Show More
50m 11s
Dec 2022
FIND YOUR PURPOSE - When You Feel Depressed & Unmotivated, LISTEN TO THIS CLOSELY! | Gabor Maté
On Today's Episode: Living your life with meaning and purpose can sound like wishful thinking. You want to know that you matter and that what you put your energy and effort into, whether it's work, relationships, or building something, that it also matters.Gabor Mate is known for ... Show More
3h 26m
May 2022
Harvard Professor REVEALS Why You Feel LOST & UNHAPPY In Life | Arthur Brooks on Impact Theory
Given all of the possibilities we have living in a modern society, people still struggle with feeling lost, unhappy, and unfulfilled. It’s even been reported that American unhappiness hit a record low early this year. If you do a climate check with the people in your life and you ... Show More
1h 45m
Feb 2024
The Pain of Unrealized Potential | Ep. 421
In today's episode, I reflect on the untimely passing of marathon prodigy Kelvin Kiptum.
His story got me thinking about seizing the moment and not postponing our greatness.
His potential was immense, reminding us that life's fragility is a call to action.
Live now, ... Show More
6m 22s