by Aseem Gupta | Jul 22, 2020 | Philosophy
Stoicism teaches us that the ultimate goal of life is eudaimonia—a flourishing state achieved when we live in harmony with nature. But what does it mean to live “according to nature”? For the Stoics, it means living rationally, embodying virtue as the...
by Aseem Gupta | Jul 21, 2020 | Psychology
Some call them inhuman—alongside psychopaths and sociopaths—because of their stark absence of empathy and their uncanny capacity for destruction. Narcissists often leave a trail of devastation wherever they go, from family and friends to coworkers and business...
by Aseem Gupta | Jul 20, 2020 | Philosophy
In today’s world, it’s become remarkably easy to take offense. Even discussing the idea that people are quick to get offended can sometimes, ironically, lead to offense. In this age of social media, we’re bombarded with crude language, dissenting...
by Aseem Gupta | Jul 19, 2020 | Psychology
In today’s image-obsessed society, everyone seems to chase an ideal of flawless beauty. Why? For social acceptance, career advantages, or the elusive allure of romantic success. But what if looking great isn’t always as great as it seems? What if being ugly—yes, truly...
by Aseem Gupta | Jul 18, 2020 | Philosophy
Courage is often imagined as a grand spectacle—a fearless leap into battle or a heroic rescue under impossible odds. Yet, beneath these dramatic images lies a far richer and more nuanced virtue that permeates every facet of human life. From ancient philosophy to...
