Someone told me I was brave. I am grateful for the compliment but I have to take my habitual dose of overthinking by asking the Socratic question: What is courage? And this is indeed a Socratic question, explored in the dialogue Laches. A quote attributed to Plato answers it rather neatly: 'Courage is knowing what … Continue reading On courage
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...and the world takes a break. It feels different at the stops depending on whether you are walking, driving, or being driven. What are the thoughts that rush into your head? Are you listening to music? A podcast to feel productive, or to feel less lonely? Or are you listening to the streets? I'm seeking … Continue reading At the traffic lights…
Here’s an interesting picture: a dinner conversation with Plato, we’re sitting across each on the table, he appreciates the fine olive oil I pour down on everything I have cooked for him, while he indulges me by engaging with my questions. We lack mixing bowls and the concentrated wine, but the meat roasted in Homeric … Continue reading My Dinner with Plato
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