Listen to learn why I think there is a ripple from how the news makes us feel individually to the ills we see at a national level in America today.
40. Gratitude In A World Of Envy
With Thanksgiving this week, I wanted to do an episode on the value of gratitude. I've had this as a focus in my life for a while, and would like to say how it's helped me and can benefit you as well.
39. Empathy, A Cure For A Fractured Nation
I believe we can fix the problems in America by cultivating empathy in individuals around the country for what we see as "the other."
38. To Vote Or Not To Vote…
With the election day being today in Indiana, I wanted to discuss my decision. I will weigh the pros and cons of voting and how I would vote if a ballot were in front of me.
37. Restoring Civility In America
With a week filled with obvious signs of escalation from rhetoric to real threats of violence and even ideologically driven violence, it seemed necessary to address this boiling over of the public discourse.
36. Importance of the Arts
The arts when bounded by rules free people; when art is let loose to run wild, it enslaves them. Learn why this is and check out today's show.
35. The Ethics of Liberty
I will take a look into the way Liberty falls into an ethical landscape. We will discuss why it's important to have Liberty to be an ethical person and why a society founded on the ideals of Liberty require an ethical population.Â
34. Learn From Failure, Don’t Fear It
Learn how failure can be conquered from the micro level to the macro. Understand the process of taking failure as it is and incorporating it into your life.
33. From the Battle Within to the One Without
Follow as I explore the idea of battle and how that can manifest within oneself, in politics, in philosophies, and ultimately in war.
32. Institutions of Justice
The institution of justice is discussed due to the issues with understanding the court system in America as well as where the idea of justice comes from
31. Meditations of an Emperor and a Sage
This episode is a discussion on the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius and the lessons we can learn for our own mentality on life to how politicians should govern.
30. Marriage In Today’s World
After last week's show, I've decided to continue with the format that I tried last week as it seemed to go smoothly. I enjoyed hitting a topic from several angles, and I think it's an idea worth continuing, so this week I'll hit marriage from the spiritual, philosophical, political, and cultural level. "It is not... Continue Reading →
29. Education From Different Angles
This is a dive into education from the perspective of religion, literature, philosophy, and politics. Also, our quote of the day is by Khalil Gibran.
28. Changing Hearts to Building Virtue
Virtue is created by starting to change hearts. From there, thoughts, actions, and habits are changed. Learn how we can lighten our world in this way.
27. Philosophers, Artists, and Sages
Learn about the philosopher, the artist, and the sage. Understand their role in the world and how you can use each in your life to actualize your potential.