On episode 83, we welcome back philosopher Helen De Cruz to discuss how to teach philosophy through science fiction. Philosophy … More
Tag: Philosophy
The Paradox of Football: How Sports Reveal Our Contradictory Nature
It’s finally Super Bowl day, and my Tampa Bay Buccaneers are one game away from a moment I thought I’d … More
Meaning and Self-Esteem: How Low Self-Esteem Contributes to Chronic Boredom and an Inability to Find Your Purpose
So much of my life was wasted. Growing up with an anxiety disorder, or several, made me want to run … More
The Fear of the Gaze of the Other: Why We Should Stop Caring So Much about What Others Think of Us
The existentialists notably wrote about the fear of the other’s gaze, of being perceived as something other than your ideal. … More
The Dark Side of Celebrity: Questions to Ask Yourself Before Pursuing Fame
You know that famous cliche, “Be careful what you wish for”? While iterated, it’s seldom heeded. So many of us … More
The Myth of Sainthood: Why You and I Will Always Be Works-In-Progess
I’m a contradiction. To reduce my psyche to any particular set of traits is impossible, because I’m often one person … More
Developing Vision: How Our Fear of Introspection Prevents Us from Thriving
People often ask why they aren’t successful, wondering about the trait they’re missing, that others seemingly possess. And for most … More
We’re All Hypocrites: How Our Unacknowledged Beliefs about Perfection and Success Make Us Depressed
We often tell ourselves one thing and do another. This common phenomenon, often referred to as hypocrisy, is shared by … More
Overcoming Creative Blocks: My Rules for Battling Procrastination and the Fear of Failure
When people face any sort of creative block, they often think they have to be inspired, waiting for some aha … More
Philosophy in Love: How Philosophy Affects Your Love-Life, Even if You Don’t Know It
Whether you know it or not, philosophy affects all of your relationships and your thoughts about them. We often think … More
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