Philosophies for Life

Philosophies for Life
undefined
Aug 23, 2025 • 21min

100: Franz Kafka - Why You Feel Lost in a Loveless World (And How to Stop It) (Metamorphosis)

In this podcast we will talk about Why You Feel Lost in a Loveless World (And How to Stop It) from the philosophy of Franz Kafka. Franz Kafka is one of the most fascinating writers and philosophers of the 20th century.  So with that in mind, here is Why You Feel Lost in a Loveless World (And How to Stop It) from the philosophy of Franz Kafka -  01. Your Value Shouldn’t Depend on What You Produce 02. Don't Let Modern Life Dehumanize You 03. Don’t Try To Please Everyone 04. Don’t Trade Your Identity For Acceptance 05. Protect Your Inner World We hope you enjoyed listening to this podcast and hope this video, from the philosophy of Franz Kafka, helps you to stop losing yourself.  Franz Kafka is one of the most fascinating writers and philosophers of the 20th century. He was born in Prague in 1883 and lived a life that often felt out of place, with a regular job during the day and a passion for writing that he pursued quietly, often in the shadows. Although his stories seem surreal and unusual on the surface, they explore something deeply human: the struggle to find meaning, to be understood, and to stay connected in a world that feels cold and indifferent. His most famous works include: “The Trial”, “The Castle”, and “The Metamorphosis”. All of these books explore themes like isolation, loss of identity, the pressures of modern life, and the systems that shape and sometimes crush us. All of these themes come together in his most famous and perhaps most heartbreaking work, The Metamorphosis.
undefined
Aug 20, 2025 • 28min

99: Lao Tzu - How to Stop Forcing Life (Wu Wei Explained) (Taoism)

In this podcast we will talk about How to Stop Forcing Life from the philosophy of  Lao Tzu. Lao Tzu was an ancient Chinese philosopher who is known to be the founder of Taoism and the writer of Taoism’s most sacred text, the Tao Te Ching. So with that in mind, here is Why Forcing Life Never Works (And What to Do Instead) from the philosophy of  Lao Tzu-  01. Slow Down and Observe 02. Let Go of Control 03. Act in Harmony with the Situation 04. Don’t Chase 05. Align Desire with Reality 06. Adapt Like Water 07. Practice Detachment from Results We hope you enjoyed listening to this podcast and hope this video, from the philosophy of Lao Tzu, helps you to stop forcing your life.  Taoism is a Chinese philosophy attributed to Lao Tzu which contributed to the folk religion of the people primarily in the rural areas of China and became the official religion of the country under the Tang Dynasty. Taoism is therefore both a philosophy and a religion. Taoism teaches to embrace wonder and the joy in living gracefully with style. Lao Tzu was an ancient Chinese philosopher and writer who is known to be the founder of Taoism. He is also credited as the writer of Taoism’s most sacred text, the Tao Te Ching and his words can apply to people all over the world.
undefined
Aug 16, 2025 • 21min

98: Sun Tzu - 6 Ways To Quietly Build Your Self Discipline (Art Of War) (Taoism)

In this podcast we will talk about How To Build Your Self Discipline from the philosophy of  Sun Tzu. Sun Tzu was a Chinese general, philosopher, and writer who followed ideas rooted in philosophies like Taoism, Confucianism, and elements of Legalism. So with that in mind, here are 6 ways To  Build Your Self Discipline from the philosophy of  Sun Tzu-  01. Master Yourself First 02. Think Strategically, Not Emotionally 03. Discipline Is in Preparation 04. Use Deception with Purpose 05. Adapt Without Losing Purpose 06. Lead Yourself Like a General We hope you enjoyed listening to this podcast and hope this video, from the philosophy of Sun Tzu, helps you build your self discipline. Sun Tzu was a Chinese general, philosopher, and writer who lived more than 2,500 years ago. Though much of his life remains a mystery, he is said to have followed ideas rooted in philosophies like Taoism, Confucianism, and elements of Legalism. He’s best known for a book called The Art of War, a classic text on military strategy and tactics. Even though it was written for military leaders, people still read it today for advice on leadership, business, sports, and personal growth. What made Sun Tzu different was how he thought about winning. He believed the smartest victory is a victory won without fighting. Success came from careful planning, calm thinking, and knowing both yourself and your opponent. He taught that strength isn’t always about pushing harder—it’s about stepping back, seeing clearly, and acting at the right moment.
undefined
Aug 13, 2025 • 24min

97: 6 Easy Zen Morning Rituals To Boost Focus & Energy All Day - Philosophy Of Zen Buddhism

In this podcast, we will discuss 6 Easy Zen Morning Rituals To Boost Focus & Energy All Day according to the philosophy of Zen Buddhism. Zen is a way of seeing life clearly.  At its core, it’s about being fully present — whether you're watching the sunrise, eating a bowl of rice, or listening to the wind.  Philosophy Of Zen comes from the Mahayana branch of Buddhism, a path that values both wisdom and compassion — not just for ourselves, but for all living beings. But Zen is more than a religion or philosophy.  It’s a way of living. It teaches that truth is right here, in this moment — in the simple act of being awake to life as it is. Zen asks us: Can you sit still and simply be? Can you sweep the floor without needing it to mean more than sweeping? Can you drink your tea without your mind wandering in a thousand directions? Rather than chasing something better, Zen gently points us back to what’s already here.  That’s why everyday actions matter so much in Zen. In a Zen monastery, nothing is too ordinary to be sacred. From how you walk to how you eat to how you clean your bowl — every movement is a mirror. It reflects your attention, your care, your state of mind. Take the morning routine of a Zen monk.  It’s not just a to-do list. It’s a quiet way to reconnect — with the body, the breath, and the world. Not by force, but by being fully here. From the moment the monks rise, each action is performed with intention.  And in this video, we’ll look at  simple Zen morning rituals — small practices that may seem ordinary, but can quietly change the way you move through your day. So here are 6 simple Zen morning rituals -  01. Wake Up Before sunlight 02. Perform basic hygiene 03. Practice Zazen 04. Chant  05. Practice Samu 06. Practice Oryoki We hope you enjoyed watching the video and hope this video, from the philosophy of Zen Buddhism, helps you with your morning routine..  ‘Zen’ is a term derived from the Japanese pronunciation of the Middle Chinese word, chán, which means ‘meditation.’ It is also a form of Buddhism that distinguishes itself with its almost exclusive focus on personhood and the present. Rather than meditations on life, death, religion, or the world, ‘Zen’ urges you to focus inwards and on the ordinary only. Like all other forms and practices of Buddhism, Zen is not an ideology or belief, but rather a way of life. Buddhism was created in India but gradually travelled through Asia throughout the centuries - and in every country, it spawned multiple sub-sections of Buddhism. The Zen subsection of Buddhism was created in China, leading to the Chinese School of Zen Buddhism becoming the most successful school of Buddhism in the entirety of China, Korea, Japan and Vietnam.
undefined
Aug 9, 2025 • 22min

96: How to Be a Pessimist: Arthur Schopenhauer

In this podcast we will be talking about how to be a pessimist from the wisdom of Arthur Schopenhauer. He is mostly known for his famous book “The World as Will and Representation”. He is known as the ultimate pessimist and his idea reflects philosophical pessimism. So here are 7 ways you can follow in order to become a pessimist  from the wisdom of Arthur Schopenhauer -  01. Accept your limits 02. Accept that everything changes and decays 03. Learn to see suffering as the best teacher in life 04. Don’t be blinded by love 05. Sacrifice pleasure to avoid pain 06. Limit your expectations 07. Find Happiness within yourself I hope you enjoyed watching the video and hope these 7 ways you can follow in order to become a pessimist from the wisdom of Arthur Schopenhauer will add value to your life.   Arthur Schopenhauer was one of the greatest philosophers of all time. He lived from the end of the 18th to the beginning of the 19th century in Germany. His most important work was “The World As Will and Representation”. He was one of the most prominent figures of the philosophy of pessimism and the first great Western philosopher who was interested in Buddhism. The best way to understand his teachings is to analyze them through the eyes of the enlightened pessimism prevalent in Buddhist philosophy. Arthur Schopenhauer is known as the ultimate pessimist because he articulates a pessimistic worldview that questions life’s meaning. He believed that the universe was fundamentally irrational and human beings are driven by a force called the Will, a basic force in the Universe, never satisfied, and we, the human beings, don’t have much self-control to fight it. Schopenhauer argues that the best way to be happy is by ceasing to look for happiness and instead try to remove the unhappiness from our life. This idea reflects philosophical pessimism, which is not a psychological disposition, but rather a worldview. Philosophical pessimism suggests that it is always better to expect the worst in order to receive the best. By using the principles of philosophical pessimism, we can eliminate the irrational hopes and expectations we have in life and thus we can live more peacefully and happily.
undefined
Aug 6, 2025 • 23min

95: 6 Ways to Stop Feeling Bored – Arthur Schopenhauer

In this podcast we will be talking about 6 ways to avoid boredom from the wisdom of Arthur Schopenhauer. He is mostly known for his famous book “The World as Will and Representation”. He is known as the ultimate pessimist and his idea reflects philosophical pessimism. So here are 6 ways to avoid boredom from the wisdom of Arthur Schopenhauer -  01. Appreciate the beauty of everyday life 02. Focus on the present moment 03. Learn something new 04. Cultivate your interests  05. Focus on your health   06. Embrace solitude  I hope you enjoyed listening to this podcast and hope these 6 ways to avoid boredom from the wisdom of Arthur Schopenhauer will add value to your life.   Arthur Schopenhauer was one of the greatest philosophers of all time. He lived from the end of the 18th to the beginning of the 19th century in Germany. His most important work was “The World As Will and Representation”. He was one of the most prominent figures of the philosophy of pessimism and the first great Western philosopher who was interested in Buddhism. The best way to understand his teachings is to analyze them through the eyes of the enlightened pessimism prevalent in Buddhist philosophy. Arthur Schopenhauer is known as the ultimate pessimist because he articulates a pessimistic worldview that questions life’s meaning. He believed that the universe was fundamentally irrational and human beings are driven by a force called the Will, a basic force in the Universe, never satisfied, and we, the human beings, don’t have much self-control to fight it. Schopenhauer argues that the best way to be happy is by ceasing to look for happiness and instead try to remove the unhappiness from our life. This idea reflects philosophical pessimism, which is not a psychological disposition, but rather a worldview. Philosophical pessimism suggests that it is always better to expect the worst in order to receive the best. By using the principles of philosophical pessimism, we can eliminate the irrational hopes and expectations we have in life and thus we can live more peacefully and happily.
undefined
Jul 31, 2025 • 27min

94: 7 Dark Truths of Life – Arthur Schopenhauer

In this podcast, we will be talking about 7 dark truths of life from the wisdom of Arthur Schopenhauer. He is mostly known for his famous book “The World as Will and Representation”. He is known as the ultimate pessimist and his idea reflects philosophical pessimism. So here are 7 dark truths of life from the wisdom of Arthur Schopenhauer -  01. Pleasure is Just the Brief Absence of Pain 02. Growth is Desire in Disguise 03. Love is Nature’s Trick 04. Loneliness Is the Price of True Wisdom 05. Compassion is the Highest Form of Strength 06. Art and Philosophy Are Escapes from the Madness  07. Letting Go Is the Only Escape from Endless Wanting I hope you enjoyed listening to this podcast and hope these 7 dark truths of life from the wisdom of Arthur Schopenhauer will add value to your life.   Arthur Schopenhauer was one of the greatest philosophers of all time. He lived from the end of the 18th to the beginning of the 19th century in Germany. His most important work was “The World As Will and Representation”. He was one of the most prominent figures of the philosophy of pessimism and the first great Western philosopher who was interested in Buddhism. The best way to understand his teachings is to analyze them through the eyes of the enlightened pessimism prevalent in Buddhist philosophy. Arthur Schopenhauer is known as the ultimate pessimist because he articulates a pessimistic worldview that questions life’s meaning. He believed that the universe was fundamentally irrational and human beings are driven by a force called the Will, a basic force in the Universe, never satisfied, and we, the human beings, don’t have much self-control to fight it. Schopenhauer argues that the best way to be happy is by ceasing to look for happiness and instead try to remove the unhappiness from our life. This idea reflects philosophical pessimism, which is not a psychological disposition, but rather a worldview. Philosophical pessimism suggests that it is always better to expect the worst in order to receive the best. By using the principles of philosophical pessimism, we can eliminate the irrational hopes and expectations we have in life and thus we can live more peacefully and happily.
undefined
Jul 24, 2025 • 27min

93: 10 Life Lessons From Fyodor Dostoevsky (Existentialism)

In this podcast, we will be talking about 10 life lessons from the philosophy of Fyodor Dostoevsky. Fyodor Dostoevsky was a 19th century novelist and philosopher and is considered to be one of the first writers to incorporate concepts of what we now know as existentialism. So with that in mind, here are 10 life lessons from the philosophy of Fyodor Dostoevsky -  01. Excessive self-pride leads to isolation 02. Be better for yourself, not for other people 03. It’s more important to live life, than to think about life 04. Emotional intelligence is as insightful as rationality 05. Love life more than its meaning 06. Be virtuous and just 07. Fight evil with love and compassion 08. Moral freedom is no freedom at all 09. Compassion and love can break alienation 10. Learn to enjoy suffering I hope you enjoyed listening to this podcast and hope these 10 life lessons from the philosophy of Fyodor Dostoevsky will add value to your life.  Fyodor Dostoevsky was a 19th century novelist and philosopher, considered by many to be one of the most influential authors in all of world literature. Born and raised in Tsarist Russia, Dostoevsky was heavily exposed to the misery and injustice characteristic of his time. Among his more marking experiences, he spent four years in a Siberian labour camp, went through compulsory military service in exile, and had to beg for money while in Western Europe due to his gambling addiction. And yet, despite his first-hand experience of misery and suffering, Dostoevsky remained hopeful and optimistic about what life is. He is considered to be one of the first writers to incorporate concepts of what we now know as existentialism. Dostoevsky’s works revolve around a few major themes like the meaning of life, the constancy of suffering, the divide between rationality and emotion, spirituality, and the various sides of the human condition.  Some of his well known novels and essays are Crime and Punishment, The Brothers Karamazov, The Idiot, and Notes from the Underground. Through his novels and essays, Dostoevsky tried to make sense of the suffering and misery around him, attempting to find meaning and hope even in the bleakest of times. His work represents a deep dive into human suffering, the evil surrounding us, and the problems caused by moral corruption and in each of the universes he created, he gave ways to escape the apparent  constant suffering and torment of his characters through moral virtue, love, compassion, and one’s own sense of meaning. His writings were heavily influential for the existentialist current of philosophy, representing sources of inspiration for other consecrated authors like Friedrich Nietzsche and Jean-Paul Sartre.
undefined
Jul 16, 2025 • 28min

92: Fyodor Dostoevsky - 4 Daring Ways to Be Real in This Fake World (Existentialism)

In this podcast, we will be talking about 4 Daring Ways to Be Real in This Fake World from the philosophy of Fyodor Dostoevsky. Fyodor Dostoevsky was a 19th century novelist and philosopher and is considered to be one of the first writers to incorporate concepts of what we now know as existentialism. So with that in mind, here are 4 Daring Ways to Be Real in This Fake World from the philosophy of Fyodor Dostoevsky -  01. Dare to Be Innocent in a World That Worships Image  02. Dare to Accept Your Messy, Irrational Self 03. Dare not afraid of falling apart 04. Dare to Love When It Hurts I hope you enjoyed listening to this podcast and hope these 4 Daring Ways to Be Real in This Fake World from the philosophy of Fyodor Dostoevsky will add value to your life.  Fyodor Dostoevsky was a 19th century novelist and philosopher, considered by many to be one of the most influential authors in all of world literature. Born and raised in Tsarist Russia, Dostoevsky was heavily exposed to the misery and injustice characteristic of his time. Among his more marking experiences, he spent four years in a Siberian labour camp, went through compulsory military service in exile, and had to beg for money while in Western Europe due to his gambling addiction. And yet, despite his first-hand experience of misery and suffering, Dostoevsky remained hopeful and optimistic about what life is. He is considered to be one of the first writers to incorporate concepts of what we now know as existentialism. Dostoevsky’s works revolve around a few major themes like the meaning of life, the constancy of suffering, the divide between rationality and emotion, spirituality, and the various sides of the human condition.  Some of his well known novels and essays are Crime and Punishment, The Brothers Karamazov, The Idiot, and Notes from the Underground. Through his novels and essays, Dostoevsky tried to make sense of the suffering and misery around him, attempting to find meaning and hope even in the bleakest of times. His work represents a deep dive into human suffering, the evil surrounding us, and the problems caused by moral corruption and in each of the universes he created, he gave ways to escape the apparent  constant suffering and torment of his characters through moral virtue, love, compassion, and one’s own sense of meaning. His writings were heavily influential for the existentialist current of philosophy, representing sources of inspiration for other consecrated authors like Friedrich Nietzsche and Jean-Paul Sartre.
undefined
Jul 10, 2025 • 23min

91: Lao Tzu - 4 Ways to Raise Your Vibrations Today (Taoism)

In this podcast we will talk about 4 ways to rise your vibrations from the philosophy of Taoism. Lao Tzu was an ancient Chinese philosopher who is known to be the founder of Taoism and the writer of Taoism’s most sacred text, the Tao Te Ching. So with that in mind, here are 4 ways to rise your vibrations from the philosophy of Taoism. 01. Understand the three treasures of taoism 02. Practice The 3 Jewels of Taoism 03. Practice Feng Shui 04. Slow down We hope you enjoyed listening to this podcast and hope this video, from the philosophy of Lao Tzu, helps you rise your vibrations. Taoism is a Chinese philosophy attributed to Lao Tzu which contributed to the folk religion of the people primarily in the rural areas of China and became the official religion of the country under the Tang Dynasty. Taoism is therefore both a philosophy and a religion. Taoism teaches to embrace wonder and the joy in living gracefully with style. Lao Tzu was an ancient Chinese philosopher and writer who is known to be the founder of Taoism. He is also credited as the writer of Taoism’s most sacred text, the Tao Te Ching and his words can apply to people all over the world. 

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app