South of Reason
Stoic principles and historical insights to understand today's world and navigate its challenges with clarity, reason, and strength.
First Impressions and The Stoic Mind, or: The Virtue of Second Guessing
“Don’t let the force of an impression when it first hits you knock you off your feet; just say to it: ‘Hold on a moment; let me see who you are and what you represent. Let me put you to the test.”
— Discourses 2.18, Epictetus
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Stoic Philosophy
Exploring timeless Stoic principles—virtue, resilience, reason—as a compass for navigating today’s challenges with clarity and strength.
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History
Unearthing the past’s turning points, forgotten voices, and enduring ideas to better understand today’s world—and the timeless patterns shaping it.
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Current Events
Analysing today’s events through a Stoic lens, exploring how history and philosophy illuminate modern challenges.