Practical Wisdom for Everyday Life
I recently presented on the topic of Stoic Philosophy for the Humanist Association of Greater Philadelphia. Watch the video on YouTube and listen on SoundCloud. From the introduction to my speech: Secular humanists — subscribing to no religious worldview — face questions of how they can find meaning in life, have an ethical foundation, cope […]
I spoke with YouTube user Disturbing Trends concerning Stoic Philosophy, egalitarianism, and current events. We explore the nature of egalitarianism and moral progress. What might equality look like? Shall we prefer equality of opportunity over outcome? How can we find purpose in life, a role we can excel in? How should we deal with difficult […]
I released a new video in my Stoic Philosophy series: In recent years, following a healthy vegetarian diet, regular exercise, and various mindset changes, I went from about 300 pounds to sustaining 170 pounds. People ask about how I lost weight and which changes I’ve made to my life, so I’ll take some time to […]
The following is copied from a recent Facebook update I posted last night concerning healthy eating. Feel free to respond here or in the thread: — More of my food reflections as a mostly vegan frugal healthy eater: I encountered a vast casino food menu today with many choices including a $60 steak, $50 scallops, […]
I recently appeared on the WFMZ-TV television program ‘Business Matters’ based in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley representing the NEPA (Northeastern) Pennsylvania Freethought Society for the segment ‘What is the Role of Religion in Today’s Society?’ I appeared on a panel discussion alongside a Catholic representing the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Evangelical Christian representing the Liberty Worship Center, a […]
