Episode 5: On the Shortness of Life

I explore Seneca’s letter ‘On the Shortness of Life’ offering commentary on themes such as gratitude, humility, purpose, desire, setting goals, friendship, moderation and change. ? On the Shortness of Life by Justin Vacula on Scribd As always, free free to comment below and/or on the YouTube video itself. Like, share, subscribe, and consider donating […]

Stoic Philosophy: Free Will

My Stoic Philosophy video series explores the philosophical tradition of Stoicism with goals to inform, empower, and help others benefit from the practical wisdom of Ancient Greek, Roman, and modern thinkers. I tackle many topics including handling adversity, finding meaning in life, working toward contentment, dealing with change, anger, and gratitude. In this video, I […]

Hosting Stoic Philosophy discussion May 21

I’ll be leading a Stoic Philosophy discussion group focusing on the topic of friendship at 2 P.M. on May 21, 2017 in Willow Grove, PA. The event will take place in the second floor community room at Giant supermarket. This event is open to the public, free of charge, and hosted by the Humanist Association of […]

‘Atheists’ bus ad lawsuit continues, trial approaches

A court date concerning the NEPA Freethought Society’s rejected ‘Atheists’ bus ad is approaching following new court documents released on April 10, 2017. In April of 2015, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP representing the Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA) Freethought Society filed a free speech lawsuit against the County […]

Is There Such A Thing As Real Stoicism?

My Stoic Philosophy video series explores the philosophical tradition of Stoicism with goals to inform, empower, and help others benefit from the practical wisdom of Ancient Greek, Roman, and modern thinkers. I tackle many topics including handling adversity, finding meaning in life, working toward contentment, dealing with change, anger, and gratitude. In this video, I […]