Intro This story came out of a walk in the woods. In order to be present, I studied the various elements around me: sky, wind, dirt, snow, moss, rocks. Along the way, I was reminded of Seneca’s belief in picking one thing to study intensely. This came out of all that. What popped the most:ContinueContinue reading “Idea Belt – Fiction”
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Spending Time Alone in Your Own Company
This essay’s foundation was a voice memo dictated on a five-mile walk. Green pines and firs. A quiet blue sky. Textured white from the birches or a cloud. The exertion in my feet midway through the walk. We live within ourselves throughout life. Be grateful for our bodies and minds, and use our faculties untilContinueContinue reading “Spending Time Alone in Your Own Company”
Multitude of Books
I always have several books spread in the various regions in which I frequent. Currently, two books are stacked on the small table in my living room. They earn my attention briefly when I sit on the blue-green futon, before indulging in Netflix or filming a podcast. My bedstand recently watched one book leave inContinueContinue reading “Multitude of Books”
Fingertips of the Universe
I wrote this after a Tarot card reading I performed around identifying my spirit guide(s). I came up with a type I call the “Philosopher-Explorer.” The following was handwritten in the span of 15-20 minutes. These are merely notes rather than a complete thought. Bear that in mind before you read further, please. This descriptionContinueContinue reading “Fingertips of the Universe”
Second Pass | August 2025
I thought I’d be camping and road-tripping through July, but instead I got mono and Lyme. So, I wrote about legacy, absurdity, and why our lives are roughly the size of dust mite poop on the cosmic scale.
There’s also a book rec (shoutout to Alan Smale), a few reflective prompts, and a tiny win in the form of a $40 photo printer.
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Philosopher-Kings: Ancient Term for the Modern Era
Intro Plato’s Republic consists of ten “books,” each reflecting on his beliefs, such as the allegory of the cave, the ideal society, and the philosopher-king. The Republic is written in dialogue involving Plato’s mentor, Socrates. Plato explains his reasoning through the Socratic method of finding answers through questioning. I read a decent portion of thisContinueContinue reading “Philosopher-Kings: Ancient Term for the Modern Era”
Beast or God: Self Sufficiency in the Modern Age
Aristotle wrote in Politics that “the man who is isolated, who is unable to share in the benefit of political association…because he is already self sufficient, is no part of the city, and must therefore be either a beast or a god” (1253a25). He was born over 2,400 years ago. Yeah, we’re talking the BCs.ContinueContinue reading “Beast or God: Self Sufficiency in the Modern Age”
Early Morning Philosophy
I woke up early today, at least for me. At 5:15, I escaped from a dream that offered nostalgia and a pinch of regret, if only briefly. I considered going back to sleep and even closed my eyes in this effort. However, my mind was awake and my eyelids preferred to be open. I startedContinueContinue reading “Early Morning Philosophy”
On Feeling Lost: A non-Buddhist’s Take on Buddhist Philosophy
“I feel so lost,” said the student. “In general or somewhere specifically?” I asked. “Both,” the student replied. We chuckled at that. “Well, that never changes really,” I say. On my way to supper, I realized that my wording cast a poor light on life. Indeed, I have yet to feel truly settled, at leastContinueContinue reading “On Feeling Lost: A non-Buddhist’s Take on Buddhist Philosophy”
Celebrating Life: A Thoughtful Birthday Perspective
Subscriber Content I just got off the phone with my brother, who turns 28 today. Happy birthday, bro! We shared maybe two sentences on this subject. “Wow, dude. You’re old! Ain’t life short?” “Don’t fuckin’ talk about it.” We changed the subject to more happy topics: travel, hanging out, and his plans for the evening.ContinueContinue reading “Celebrating Life: A Thoughtful Birthday Perspective”