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
A Stoic Father’s Day
With the arrival of a fateful day—the one that reminds us to stop and reflect on our family patriarchs—I felt compelled to sit down and write about the deep, rich, and powerful influence my father has had on my life. Through the lens of the four Stoic virtues—wisdom, justice, temperance, and courage…
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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.
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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.