Warriors Without War (Moral Equivalent of War - 2/2)
Can an over-civilized and sedentary nation retain the attributes of war while denying war's dire consequences? William James says Yes.
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Inspiring the Barbarian in You through stories about Vigor, Wonder, and Fellowship
Ed Hinman
Aug 26, 20227 min read
Your "Bat Signal" to the World (Emerson - 3/3)
Through sincere actions, we emit our “bat signal” to the world, attracting the ideas, opportunities, and people who resonate.
Ed Hinman
Aug 19, 20227 min read
The Terrible Freedom of Life (Emerson - 2/3)
When the unemployed Emerson set out on his own, he suffered from a terrible freedom and began to 'question thyself.'
Ed Hinman
Aug 12, 20226 min read
What to Do? Start by Trusting Yourself (Emerson - 1/3)
More than anyone in history, Emerson wants You to be You, especially when the world wants you to be something else.
Ed Hinman
Jul 29, 20225 min read
Where is Your Room Behind the Shop?
"Barbarian" philosopher, Montaigne, encourages us to occasionally escape the world without a trace -- to our "room behind the shop."
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