The Canceling of the American Mind — with Greg Lukianoff

Seneca's Letters to a Young Man, also known as Letters from a Stoic, is a collection of 124 letters written by Seneca the Younger to his friend Lucilius. These letters delve into various aspects of Stoic philosophy, offering guidance on living a virtuous and meaningful life. Seneca explores themes such as the importance of reason, self-control, and acceptance of what we cannot change. He emphasizes the value of inner peace and freedom from emotional turmoil, achieved through self-awareness and detachment from external circumstances. The letters provide practical advice on dealing with adversity, managing wealth, and cultivating meaningful relationships. Through his wisdom and personal reflections, Seneca encourages readers to pursue a life of virtue, tranquility, and purpose.

Written by Dilip Kumar Roy in the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, 'The Upward Spiral' is a mystic novel that reflects on spiritual and philosophical themes. The book is influenced by Roy's experiences and the spiritual environment of the ashram.

The book explores how the ideas 'what doesn’t kill you makes you weaker,' 'always trust your feelings,' and 'life is a battle between good people and evil people' have become embedded in American culture. These 'Great Untruths' contradict basic psychological principles and ancient wisdom, leading to a culture of safetyism that interferes with young people’s social, emotional, and intellectual development. The authors investigate various social trends, including fearful parenting, the decline of unsupervised play, and the impact of social media, as well as changes on college campuses and the broader context of political polarization in America.