50 Short Reflections—In Search of Wisdom for Daily Life
PERENNIAL MEDITATIONS
How does one live a good life? What is the meaning of wisdom? The philosopher Seneca suggested, “As long as you live, keep learning how to live.” But, how does one actually learn to live? After retiring from the military a few years ago, I found myself plagued by these types of perennial questions. It led me to start the In Search of Wisdom podcast and finally begin reading the hundreds of books I’ve collected over the years.
These 50 short reflections (2–3 minute reads) are part of an ongoing search for ancient lessons for daily life. Each meditation is inspired by a short passage (or quote) from philosophical and spiritual traditions.
Thank you for reading; I hope you find something useful.
50 Short Reflections — Ancient Lessons for Daily Life
#50 — Becoming Who You Truly Are:
Be silent and listen: have you recognized your madness, and do you admit it? Have you noticed that all your foundations are completely mired in madness? Do you not want to recognize your madness and welcome it in a friendly…
