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We don’t get to choose so much of happens to us in life, but we can always choose how we feel about it, whether we’re going to work with it or not.

The Unfathomable Power of Amor Fati

Plato, Confucius and Aristotle. Ancient Greek philosophy is widely taught in American universities, but classes in Chinese philosophy are few and far between.

Why the US Doesn’t Understand Chinese Thought—and Must

By Bryan W. Van Norden
Ellie Kemper in 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.'

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If any of us ceased to exist tomorrow, little would change beyond the subjective emotional states of the people in our immediate circles.

The Purpose of Life Is to Be a Nobody

By Zat Rana
Circa 410 BC, The Greek philosopher Socrates teaches his doctrines to the young Athenians.

5 Reasons Why Philosophy Majors Make the Best Entrepreneurs

By Sage Lazzaro
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Freshen Up Your Spring Beauty Routine With 22 New Products

By Sara Spruch-Feiner
Confidence is based on what is real—it is earned.

Do You Have to Be a Jerk to Be Successful?

By Ryan Holiday
Instead of perfectionism, we need to embrace a philosophy of pragmatism.

How to Beat Perfectionism, Make Progress and Find Happiness

By Ryan Holiday
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Pop Existentialist Jens Lekman Writes Himself Out of the Picture

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