
Accepting the Universe
An unexamined life is a life not worth living.
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Dec 11, 2024 • 16min
It makes everything better
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Dec 11, 2024 • 13min
Virtue is learned by unlearning one's own faults
Support the show-- My book recommendations: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com/reading-recommendations To sign up for my mailing list with my weekly writings, favorite quotes and reading suggestions, visit: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com To meet and interact with like-minded people, you can join the Accepting the Universe Discord community: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com/discord You can also watch Accepting the Universe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@acceptingtheuniverse Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ateshatici

Dec 5, 2024 • 24min
Life-changing books only (II)
Books mentioned in this episode:Ellen Dissanayake - Art and Intimacy - How the Arts BeganRené Girard - I See Satan Fall Like LightningSimone Weil - Gravity and GraceSimone Weil - Waiting for GodSupport the show-- My book recommendations: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com/reading-recommendations To sign up for my mailing list with my weekly writings, favorite quotes and reading suggestions, visit: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com To meet and interact with like-minded people, you can join the Accepting the Universe Discord community: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com/discord You can also watch Accepting the Universe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@acceptingtheuniverse Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ateshatici

Dec 4, 2024 • 18min
Be careful what you wish for
Support the show-- My book recommendations: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com/reading-recommendations To sign up for my mailing list with my weekly writings, favorite quotes and reading suggestions, visit: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com To meet and interact with like-minded people, you can join the Accepting the Universe Discord community: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com/discord You can also watch Accepting the Universe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@acceptingtheuniverse Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ateshatici

Nov 27, 2024 • 14min
You are known by your acts
Explore how your actions define who you are, revealing the essence of your character. The discussion highlights the connection between behavior and personal identity. It emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, showing how our choices create our experiences of heaven and hell in everyday life. Reflect on the profound impact of moral decisions and how they shape not just our lives, but the world around us.

Nov 27, 2024 • 24min
Misery holds on to few, many hold on to misery
Support the show-- My book recommendations: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com/reading-recommendations To sign up for my mailing list with my weekly writings, favorite quotes and reading suggestions, visit: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com To meet and interact with like-minded people, you can join the Accepting the Universe Discord community: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com/discord You can also watch Accepting the Universe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@acceptingtheuniverse Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ateshatici

Nov 13, 2024 • 18min
Consistency ruins us
Support the show-- My book recommendations: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com/reading-recommendations To sign up for my mailing list with my weekly writings, favorite quotes and reading suggestions, visit: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com To meet and interact with like-minded people, you can join the Accepting the Universe Discord community: https://www.acceptingtheuniverse.com/discord You can also watch Accepting the Universe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@acceptingtheuniverse Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ateshatici

8 snips
Nov 13, 2024 • 18min
First you must get out of bed
Dive into the battle against morning inertia and discover the power of embracing your purpose. Learn how self-reflection and mental discipline can transform daily struggles into opportunities for growth. Explore the profound impact of early routines, like reading and writing, on personal development. Join the journey through philosophical insights, inspired by thinkers like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca, to cultivate a life of meaning and exploration.

Nov 6, 2024 • 15min
Love even those who trip and fall
Dive into the transformative power of compassion as the discussion unpacks the roots of human behavior. Discover how understanding ignorance can pave the way for empathy, even towards those who challenge our beliefs. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing our shared humanity, advocating for love as the antidote to anger. Prepare for an enlightening journey that encourages embracing differences with kindness.

Nov 6, 2024 • 1h 2min
Talking to a psychologist about stoicism - ancient philosophy and influence on modern psychotherapy
Mitchell Howarth, a Sydney-based psychologist, dives deep into the synergy between ancient Stoic philosophy and modern cognitive behavioral therapy. He discusses how principles from Stoicism, like negative visualization, can foster resilience and gratitude. The conversation touches on the importance of Socratic questioning in therapy, helping individuals confront anxieties. Howarth advocates for finding meaning through life's challenges, encouraging listeners to embrace principles that promote emotional resilience and personal agency.