Philosophy.
Quick Hits
10 random key ideas.
1.
For a more solid life, understand the reasons behind fear-based ethics. Do not let consequences replace understanding, or obedience replace reasoning.
2.
Quote:
- Epicurus.
- Circa 300 BCE.
Meaning:
When Epicurus thought about epistemology within philosophy, he gravitated toward applied philosophy.
3.
From History: Born 1632, died 1704.
John Locke grounded human knowledge and human rights in experience rather than authority or tradition.
4.
A natural philosopher uses a science-first approach to explore big ideas, grounding thought in evidence and reason while practicing humility toward what remains unknown or unknowable.
5.
Quote:
- Lucretius.
- 50 BCE.
Meaning:
A peaceful mind rarely happens by accident. Build some form of regular reflection into your life—meditation, long walks, quiet reading, journaling, or thoughtful conversation.
6.
From History: 1903 to 1950, aged 46.
George Orwell wrote about how corruption starts when language is twisted, facts are manipulated, and authority demands loyalty over reality.
7.
Article summary:
Empty space is not nothing—it is structured, active, and defined by fields, particles, and forces.
8.
Quote:
- Epicurus.
- circa 300 BCE.
Meaning:
To live better, let mortality clarify what matters. Epicurus taught serenity by reducing fear, while Heidegger used death as a call to authenticity.
9.
From History:
Build happiness by choosing the long-term over the short-term. Epicureanism was one of the first traditions to foster simple pleasures like friendship.
10.
Column summary:
TST Philosophy has two doors. Start with one goal of flourishing and explore the two layers of reality using 3 hammers, 4 traps, and 5 tools. Or, dive into criticle thinking by starting with the Five Thought Tools.
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