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The Samurai Code: Utilizing Bushido Philosophy in Everyday Life
Samurai. They are considered among the most feared warriors of all time. Their reputation in war and swordsmanship have been the subject of numerous discussions in history. What made the samurai different from other medieval swordsmen wasn’t solely their prowess in fighting, but also their strict code of honor. That code among the samurai isContinue reading “The Samurai Code: Utilizing Bushido Philosophy in Everyday Life”
The Warrior’s Philosophy: Judo in Everyday Life
“He who can suppress a moment’s anger may prevent many days’ sorrow.” Tryon Edwards When one thinks of philosophy, most think of academics, politicians, and writers. Among those are a chosen few who have devoted their lives to the path of fighting. Among the most philosophical minds are those whose lives have been burdened byContinue reading “The Warrior’s Philosophy: Judo in Everyday Life”
The Blind Leading the Blind: Navigating a World Without Leadership
“Procrastination is a lazy man’s apology” Chinua Achebe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHJ5o6UYiwwkbgiy_fOIK0A/videos Are there any solutions to today’s problems? Has man finally reached a point where there is no wisdom to be shared? Is there nothing that can be passed down from father to son or mother to daughter? In a society where it seems that anything goes,Continue reading “The Blind Leading the Blind: Navigating a World Without Leadership”
The Spirit of Liberty: 3 Quotes of Freedom
“No one outside ourselves can rule us inwardly. When we know this, we become free.” Buddha
A Light Within the Darkness: Seeking Opportunity in Hopelessness
When it all looks hopeless, it may simply be the right time to create an opportunity.
At Year’s End: Three Quotes to Help Accept the End
“You only grow by coming to the end of something and by beginning something else.”
John Irving
Just Give Up: Benefitting from Sacrifice
“To attain knowledge, add things every day. To attain wisdom, remove things every day.”
Lao Tzu
“My Bad”: 3 Quotes on Holding Oneself Accountable
When was the last time you blamed yourself and took responsibility?
The Will To Overcome: 3 Philosophical Quotes of Hope in Hard Times
“A flower blooming in the desert proves to the world that adversity, no matter how great, can be overcome.”
Matshona Dhliwayo
