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Why It’s Time to Love and Learn from the Middle Ages
This essay is an argument in favor of philo-medievalism, or why it’s time you learn to love the middle ages.
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Meditations on Aurelius: We Are What We Consume
Aurelius writes that a man's soul is dyed by his thoughts. Even more that that, though, a man's life is dictated by good and bad consumption.
The Courage to Speak
There is an aura of fear to speak up for what is right and just today. Learn to prudently develop the courage to speak to face this problem.
Drifting Without a Purpose
What happens when you find yourself drifting without a purpose? A reflection on the need for the higher things.
Meditations on Escriva: Artificial Neediness
Our culture continually prompts us to spend and acquire in a form of artificial neediness. Here is why this is damaging to your soul as a man.
Meditations on Escriva: The Plague of Oversharing
The temptation to overshare is rife on social media. It's a way to appear good and advance among our friends. Why is this dangerous though?
Wisdom in Critique
No one likes facing criticism, but there's an inherent saintly manliness that comes from taking wisdom from critique, helping you grow.
Meditations on Escriva: 1% Better Everyday
It is easy to fall for the self-delusion of hidden strength. It is far better to pursue consistent growth by getting 1% better every day.
Meditations on Escriva: Seriousness and Frivolity
Frivolity has increased as men vie for views and likes on social media. Learn why masculinity embraces seriousness in this short reflection.
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