Your first duty, obligation and responsibility is towards yourself. Don’t be misled by those who say your first duty is to your family or to community or to the land you were born in. Yes, you may care about them but your first duty is to yourself. You can’t help anyone if you yourself are miserable. A starving and …
“What disturbs and depresses young people is the hunt for happiness on the firm assumption that it must be met with in life. From this arises constantly deluded hope and so also dissatisfaction. The life of every individual, viewed as a whole and in general, and when only its most significant features are emphasized, is really a tragedy; but …
Imagine having a cheat sheet for life—not needing to fumble through every mistake just to figure things out. Or consider those moments when someone’s compliments feel more like sugary syrup than genuine admiration. Ever wonder what’s behind that? Chanakya, the ancient master strategist and philosopher, cracked these codes centuries ago. And guess what? His insights still hit like a …
There is a story of a sage who also had supernatural powers to influence the cosmos. The emperor summoned him and pointed to a particular star in the sky. “Can you remove that star?”, asked the emperor. The sage said “Yes.” “Remove that star then”, said the emperor. The sage said “Okay.” He looked at the star, closed …
In the Bhagavad Gita, one of the most revered ancient scriptures of India, (and another incredible segment from the previously mentioned ancient epic Mahabharat), Krishna who represents the supreme divine is having a conversation with the Prince, Arjun, while on the battlefield. Arjun is hesitant to fight his own relatives who belong to the opposing army and …
In a modern world that constantly blurs the lines between need and greed, the thinkings of the ancient Greek Philosopher, Epicurus offer a refreshing perspective, particularly relevant to today’s business leaders and entrepreneurs. His approach to understanding and categorizing desires can be a game-changer in decision-making, resource allocation, and personal fulfillment. Let’s delve deep into this lesson and explore how …
In this lesson, we’ll dive into how Marcus Aurelius used rational thought to handle a major betrayal, focusing on the story of his conflict with Avidius Cassius. The Betrayal of Avidius Cassius Avidius Cassius was one of Marcus Aurelius’ top generals, a trusted and respected leader in the Roman army. However, in 175 AD, Cassius betrayed Marcus by declaring himself …
Marcus Aurelius, often remembered as the last of the “Five Good Emperors,” ruled the Roman Empire from 161 to 180 AD. His reign was marked not only by his status as a powerful leader but also by his deep philosophical insights. He was a unique figure in Roman history, blending the might of an emperor with the wisdom of a …