“On the Shortness of Life” is a moral essay written by Seneca the Younger, a Roman Stoic philosopher, addressing the theme of time management and the human perception of time.
Reading List
The Moral Landscape
Morality, Philosophy, Religion, Wellbeing
“The Moral Landscape” argues that by using science to navigate the moral landscape, we can better identify paths toward human flourishing and away from suffering.
Letters from a Stoic
Philosophy, Stoicism
“Letters from a Stoic” is a collection of 124 letters written by Seneca the Younger, a Roman Stoic philosopher, to Lucilius Junior, who was then the procurator of Sicily.
The Last Lecture
Philosophy, Relationships, Wellbeing, Work
“The Last Lecture” is a testament to the enduring power of legacy and the impact one individual’s values and attitudes can have on others.
Quirkology
Relationships, Science
Quirkology invites readers to look beyond the ordinary, to question and explore the hidden forces that shape our lives.
Lying
Relationships, Wellbeing
A philosophical and practical exploration of the concept and consequences of lying in various aspects of human life.
How Will You Measure Your Life?
Philosophy, Wellbeing, Work
This book challenges readers to deeply consider the kind of person they want to be and the legacy they wish to leave behind.
God Is Not Great
Atheism, Philosophy, Religion
A critical examination of organized religion and its impact on society, advocating for a secular worldview relying on humanistic values instead of religious doctrine.
Freakonomics
Work
“Freakonomics” is not just about economics in the traditional sense; it’s about thinking more deeply and critically about the world around us.
The End of Faith
Atheism, Morality, Religion
“The End of Faith” calls for an honest conversation about the role of religion in modern society.
