Nietzsche nods to Schopenhauer as one of his earliest influences. Their relationship was a complex one; one based on admiration but an eventual divergence. If…
Thoughts from the edge of ordinary
Tag: authenticity
11.1.24 “Come on, baby. Baby! Mommy isn’t going to stand here all day. Baby? Baby? Come on! Go potty for Mommy…” It’s Friday, and I’m…
Voltaire’s section on “Luxury” in his Philosophical Dictionary feels as fresh today as it must have in the 18th century. His witty observations on human…
It’s 9 a.m. You just rolled out of bed, hair resembling a bird’s nest, and there’s a coffee stain on your pajama shirt. But while…
So, you’ve decided to live authentically. Congrats! You’re showing up as your true self, no filters, no masks, no more pretending to like those endless…
Epicurus reminds us that happiness doesn’t have to come with a side of existential dread or a hefty price tag. While many of us might…
October 4, 2024: The Cycles of Life Fine. I’m Moody. Which Mask Do I Want to Wear Today? I have finally admitted that I’m moody…
We all hit those moments in life when we feel a little lost. What am I good at? Do I even have strengths? If you’ve…
Let’s talk about enough. You know, that word that feels like it’s constantly hanging over our heads, just out of reach. Five letters that have…
Becoming Who You Are: The Existential Imperative of Self-Discovery So, you’re sitting there, mid-life crisis brewing, staring into the abyss and wondering: “What’s the point…