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Submission guidelines for the publication that dispenses pragmatic wisdom on how to thrive in life
James Bellerjeau, JD, MBA
Nov 21, 2023
Stoic Wisdom — Letters in Chronological Order
Stoic Wisdom — Letters in Chronological Order
For easy reference, here are the Stoic Letters in the order of publication
James Bellerjeau, JD, MBA
Apr 21, 2023
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On Being a Nonconformist
On Being a Nonconformist
The anarchist beats in all our chests, and it is only through the collective surrender of certain freedoms that we retain any freedom to…
James Bellerjeau, JD, MBA
Mar 26
Making a Difference in Someone’s Life Is Worth More Than Money
Making a Difference in Someone’s Life Is Worth More Than Money
Clients pay to save them time and money
Denis Gorbunov
Mar 24
It’s Time You Let You Off the Hook
It’s Time You Let You Off the Hook
The real meaning behind “Forget yes, forgive never”
Kristen Clark, B.S.Kin
Mar 23
From the Worst Situations, Always Look for the Positives. Even With Trump
From the Worst Situations, Always Look for the Positives. Even With Trump
Rather than knock Trump, I have spent the last 2 weeks looking back at his political career, looking for something positive. It wasn’t easy…
Uvebruce
Mar 21
What My Viral Research Paper Taught Me About Writing Online
What My Viral Research Paper Taught Me About Writing Online
There are both logical and emotional aspects
Denis Gorbunov
Mar 20
Trust Is a Privilege, Not a Right
Trust Is a Privilege, Not a Right
Such is life and such are human relationships
Itihasas
Mar 19
On Instincts and Archetypes (Stoic Wisdom 121)
On Instincts and Archetypes (Stoic Wisdom 121)
We have the capacity to respond to our circumstances, and some responses will bring better results than others
James Bellerjeau, JD, MBA
Mar 19
Do We Have Free Will?
Do We Have Free Will?
Why it matters to think about our freedom
Body Mind and Soul
Mar 18
Pocket Full of Treasures
Pocket Full of Treasures
Collecting the Small Joys That Make Life Shine
Stephanie Thomas
Mar 17
Guard Your Mornings and You’ll Be Protected All Day
Guard Your Mornings and You’ll Be Protected All Day
I’ve learned a lot being awake way too early, so you can sleep in
Rachel A Fefer
Mar 17
Suppose Nothing Could Ever Go Wrong
Suppose Nothing Could Ever Go Wrong
Would failure still be “necessary” for success?
Peerspective
Mar 17
Beyond the Checkbox: Reimagining Productivity
Beyond the Checkbox: Reimagining Productivity
Innovative strategies that replace traditional to-do lists and boost your effectiveness
Law and Ordnung
Mar 15
Unlocking Better Choices: An Introduction to Reflective Decision-Making
Unlocking Better Choices: An Introduction to Reflective Decision-Making
Reflective decision-making is a powerful tool that helps you think more critically about your choices
Darren Matthews
Mar 14
The Waiting Game: Why Interview Feedback Feels So Unsettling
The Waiting Game: Why Interview Feedback Feels So Unsettling
Uncertainity is the cause of all anxiety
Itihasas
Mar 13
The Joy of Doing Nothing (Productively)
The Joy of Doing Nothing (Productively)
Or, how to rethink the way we work and play
Kristine Harper
Mar 13
Training Tomorrow’s Gods
Training Tomorrow’s Gods
How to Secure Our Future in the Age of The Machines
Leo Greenwood
Mar 12
On Divining Virtue (Stoic Wisdom 120)
On Divining Virtue (Stoic Wisdom 120)
If an analogy allows us to sneak by the defenses of our untrustworthy perception, confirmation bias, and wishful thinking, then it is a…
James Bellerjeau, JD, MBA
Mar 12
Humans Endlessly Seek Truth
Humans Endlessly Seek Truth
Why are we obsessed with it?
Mil Hoornaert
Mar 8
Negative Visualization: The Ancient Strategy That Helps Creatives Overcome Fear
Negative Visualization: The Ancient Strategy That Helps Creatives Overcome Fear
How a Stoic practice from 2,000 years ago can train your mind to handle rejection, criticism, and creative blocks
Elan Kesilman-Davin, Ph.D.
Mar 7
Ancient Wisdom in the Modern World
Ancient Wisdom in the Modern World
Staying positive in challenging times
Ali Mai
Mar 7
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