Conversation of Our Generation
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Marcus Aurelius was an Emperor of Rome. He was also a wise, Stoic philosopher. He might be more remembered for his writings than what he did as a political and military leader. Learn more about his writings here.
Does liberty play a role in ethical action? I believe that liberty is necessary for attaining virtue. This article explains why.
A productive dialogue is hard to find these days. So, I want to look at a couple of fallacies that happen a lot to show how to move past them. These 3 fallacies are dragging down our discourse, and this is how to lighten that load.
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Saint Augustine of Hippo, a late-in-life convert and one of the Fathers of the Church. His influence on the growth and theology of the Church is hard to calculate, but he has definitely changed the course of the Catholic Church. "God had one son on earth without sin, but never one without suffering."Saint Augustine I... Continue Reading →
One of my favorite poems is William Wordsworth's "Lines Written in Early Spring." I came across this poem a couple years ago as I started reading his works. The length is great, and the message is insightful and relevant. Plus, it's beautifully written. As I read it, I feel like I'm out in nature as... Continue Reading →
Another great post today from @TheVMPod. It's an insightful article into what it means and what it takes to be a good steward. Read more --> The Good Steward [Guest Blog]
While I have no problem looking at the world and seeing the spiritual realm as well. I am not a materialist. But, for those who are, this book will bring that out of you. In The Soul of the World, Roger Scruton explores the spirit behind the music, art, and architecture and in doing so... Continue Reading →
It's been great collaborating with Stephen and Bryan at @TheVMPod. Here's a great post, originally from their site (linked in comment below) for you to learn more about Courage and its modern portrayals. Read more --> The True Image of Courage
Virtue, it is said, lies in the Mean. This post will help you know how to find the straight and narrow path of virtue by giving you the tools to properly assessing your situation.
As we're stuck at home on lockdown, I thought it might be good to talk about a man who lived alone because he "wished to live deliberately." Now, we have to confront some essential facts about our liberties and our government with Thoreau's Walden
The government measures taken to combat the spread of the virus have quickly devolved into draconian oversteps. In practice, we've seen abuses of freedom and individuals across the country. Now ask yourself if you'd rather: Die Free Or Live As A Slave?
Trying something new on the podcast to break up the monotony and give you entertainment options besides Tiger King. I'm restarting my Book Reviews and kicking it off with the book that sparked the Conversation of Our Generation: The First Philosophers
It's very easy to get caught up in discussions about what's right and wrong. I sure have. Today, I focus on how to build virtue into your life with some methods I've found helpful by harnessing my energy through discipline.
Today, we take a look at the passions, how they relate, and the proper way to channel them in your life.
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