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the wisdom within: finding solutions by focusing on the self

the wisdom within: finding solutions by focusing on the self

It's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of our thoughts and problems in the modern world. Thomas Weiner's words, “Life resolves itself in the process of life itself,” remind us that life is a continuous journey of challenges and solutions. Instead of being consumed

day of the dead

day of the dead

Yesterday was Halloween in the US, and today and tomorrow, we celebrate its Mexican counterpart Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos. While the former is more or less a juvenile event involving candies, cosplay, and partying until late, the latter is a much more mature and poignant

fix the mind on your own self

fix the mind on your own self

“Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.” — Buddha In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, our attention is like a wandering traveler, always exploring the external world. We are engrossed in the problems and challenges that surround us, from the demands of work to the complexities

stoicism in the modern era

stoicism in the modern era

the significance of virtue in stoic philosophy

the significance of virtue in stoic philosophy

“The man who has virtue is in need of nothing whatever for the purpose of living well.” — Cicero Stoicism was a school of philosophy established in Athens by Zeno of Citium in the early 3rd century BC. It gets its name from the Greek word stoa, which translates to porch.

embracing the virtue of temperance (part 3)

embracing the virtue of temperance (part 3)

In essence, the Stoic virtue of temperance is a guide to a well-lived life—a life where desires are mastered, and the soul remains unshaken amidst the chaos. It's a blessing that helps us stand tall and walk with grace and poise through the highs and lows, neither

embracing the virtue of temperance (part 2)

embracing the virtue of temperance (part 2)

In Marguerite Yourcenar's Memoirs of Hadrian, the emperor Hadrian conveys to Marcus Aurelius that excessive eating is a prevalent flaw among Romans. He points out that many citizens indulge in “poisoning themselves with spice” and drowning their dishes in rich sauces, resulting in overwhelming their taste buds and,

embracing the virtue of temperance (part 1)

embracing the virtue of temperance (part 1)

“So-called pleasures, when they go beyond a certain limit, are but punishments.” — Seneca Embracing the virtue of temperance is like finding the perfect balance on a tightrope, a harmony in the midst of life's cacophony. At its core, temperance is the art of navigating the turbulent seas of

how to tame your ego

how to tame your ego

“Ego is the enemy of what you want and of what you have: Of mastering a craft. Of real creative insight. Of working well with others. Of building loyalty and support. Of longevity. Of repeating and retaining your success. It repulses advantages and opportunities. It’s a magnet for enemies

the meaning and spiritual significance of Ganesh Chaturthi

the meaning and spiritual significance of Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival celebrated with great joy and devotion in India and by Hindus worldwide. It usually falls in the months of August or September and lasts for ten days. This festival holds a deep meaning and spiritual significance in the hearts