Western Philosophy

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How to Stop Overthinking: What Philosophy Teaches Us
Most of us know the experience well. A decision sits in front of us, or a conversation...
Marcus Aurelius
Best Translation of Meditations by Marcus Aurelius
The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius is one of the most read works of practical philosophy...
Best philosophy books for beginners
Best Philosophy Books for Beginners (2026)
Most lists of “beginner philosophy books” fall into one of two traps: they either...
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The Best Books on Stoicism: A Reading Guide
One of the questions I get asked most often is “where should I start with Stoicism?”...
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Stoicism and Anxiety: How the Stoics Dealt with Worry
Anxiety is one of the defining struggles of modern life. We worry about money, about...
Plato Quotes
Plato's Greatest Quotes
Plato (c. 428 to 348 BC) is one of the most important figures in the entire history...
Socrates Quotes
Socrates' Greatest Quotes
Socrates (c. 470–399 BC) is arguably the most influential philosopher who ever lived....
Aristotle's Golden Mean
The Golden Mean: Aristotle's Guide to Living Well
Part 1: The Problem with Extremes The Pendulum of Human Nature Human beings can...
Nietzsche’s Übermensch
What is the Übermensch? The Meaning of Nietzsche’s ‘Superman’
Introduction: When Friedrich Nietzsche wrote of the Übermensch, or “Overman,”...
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4 Lessons From Stoicism on Overcoming Death, Grief, and Dying
The Stoic’s view on death and dying is heavily influenced by their broader...
Memento Mori
The History of Memento Mori: Harnessing The Power of Death
In Latin, the term “Memento Mori” simply means “remember, you must...
A guide to learn Stoicism
How to Learn Stoicism: A Quick Start Guide
Many people have started to look for ways to learn Stoicism, and Stoic philosophy...
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