Philosophies for Life

How to Stop Overthinking - Marcus Aurelius (Stoicism). In this podcast we will be talking about how to stop overthinking from the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius. Marcus Aurelius was a devout student of the philosophy of Stoicism and constructed a series of autobiographical writings, now known as the Meditations.  So here are 6 ways to stop overthinking from Marcus Aurelius-  01. History Always Repeats itself 02. Focus on what’s actually happening, not on imagined disasters 03. Be a warrior not a worrier 04. Stop Waiting, Start Living 05. Accept and love your fate 06. Journal I hope you enjoyed listening to this podcast and hope you find these insights form  Marcus Aurelius will help you stop overthinking. Even though Marcus Aurelius wrote it 2,000 years ago — his insights on Stoicism still carry strong weight today. Stoicism is a school of Hellenistic philosophy founded by Zeno of Citium in Athens in the early 3rd century BC. Even though it is over 2000 years old, more and more people are discovering how Stoicism is not only relevant to modern times, but can be applied in very simple, yet strong ways. 

In this podcast we will be talking about how to focus on yourself from the wisdom of 6 different philosophers and philosophies for life. The 6 philosophers we will be talking about for finding purpose in this video are Albert Camus (Absurdism), Nietzsche (Existentialism), Sartre (Existentialism), Marcus Aurelius (Stoicism), Lao Tzu (Taoism) and  Buddha (Buddhism). Diogenes, an ancient philosopher with the spirit of a wild beast and the wit of a poet, saw through the illusion of civilization. Where others pursued wealth and honor, he saw vanity. So, he rejected it all, choosing a life most would call madness but which he knew was true freedom. He didn’t just talk about philosophy—he lived it, stripped down to its rawest form. He owned nothing but a cloak, a staff, and a ceramic jar he called home. While others debated virtue in grand halls, he lived it under the open sky. He mocked the powerful, exposed the foolishness of the so-called wise, and reduced life to its barest essence: harmony with nature, free from the absurd expectations of society. Then came the moment that made him immortal. One day, Alexander the Great, the most powerful man alive, stood before him and declared, “Ask for anything, and I shall grant it.” Now, most would have begged for riches or status. Diogenes barely looked up and said, “Move aside, you’re blocking my sunlight.” Think about that for a moment: The conqueror of nations stood powerless before a man who wanted nothing. So who, then, was truly free? Most of us aren’t. From birth, we’re shaped by the world—told what to value, what to chase, what to fear. We measure ourselves by status, companion, and approval. And in an age of endless screens and constant judgment, this enslavement has only deepened. How do we break free? Diogenes didn’t ask us to live like him—he wanted us to see like him. To strip life down to what truly matters, to stop chasing what others say is important, and to reclaim the freedom to be ourselves, without apology or permission. So what’s next? Turn inward. Let go of borrowed desires. Stand firm in your own life. The world will always whisper its demands—but whether we listen is entirely up to us. In this video, we’ll explore how to focus on yourself through the wisdom of the world’s greatest philosophers. Starting with 01. Albert Camus -  Accept the absurdity 02. Nietzsche – Be the Superhuman 03. Sartre - Take responsibility for yourself 04. Marcus Aurelius – Control What You Can, Ignore the Rest 05. Lao Tzu – Flow Like Water 06. Buddha – Understand the True Nature of Self I hope you enjoyed listening to this podcast and hope that these lessons from 6 Brilliant Philosophers on how to focus on yourself will help you in your life.. 

In this podcast, we will be talking about 4 important insights for building your Self Discipline from the wisdom of Miyamoto Musashi. Miyamoto Musashi is considered to be the greatest swordsman ever in the history of Japan, in large part due to his almost surreal discipline.  So here are 4 important insights for self discipline from Miyamoto Musashi -  01. Avoid doing things just because they feel good 02. Focus on one thing, and broaden your horizons in it 03. Stay focused 04. Live with integrity and preserve your honor I hope you enjoyed listening to this podcast and hope you find these insights form  Miyamoto Musashi very helpful for your self discipline.  A samurai at first, and then a Ronin, Miyamoto Musashi is considered to be the greatest swordsman ever in the history of Japan, in large part due to his almost surreal discipline. Indeed It is being said that he fought 60 duels, and never lost one. He fought for the first time when he was 13 against an experienced Samurai, and came out victorious. He took down the greatest swordsman at that time, one by one, until the throne was his, and his alone. However, Miyamoto was more than that. Not only was he a master of his craft, but he was also an artist, a cerebral philosopher and a buddhist. He sought meaning, wrote war and philosophy books, and his work became a blueprint for people who want to live a disciplined life. A week before he died in 1645, Miyamoto Musashi wrote 21 principles called “Dokkodo '' by which he expresses a stringent, honest, and ascetic or strongly self-disciplined view of life. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.