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"………. at its heart Epicureanism is a philosophy for drop outs. Epicurus postulates that the pursuit of advancement in whatever domain almost inherently involves an attempt at wielding power which is diametrically opposed to the pursuit of ataraxia. Yet refusing to excel in some activity which allows us to exercise a talent, even an interest, …
Is it possible to enjoy ataraxia (tranquillity) without the prospect of a good pension?
Straws in the wind: we rent a flat in London to American academics running year or semester-long courses on subjects like English literature or the theatre for American university students. Until 9/11 these courses were usually full, but latterly the number of students has dropped drastically and at least by half. The reason given is …
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Many of us live out our lives in thrall to the traditions into which we are born. others question their inheritance and embark upon a lifetime of learning. The former end up convinced they know everything.Quoted in Science Musings.com
So the Irish have discovered O’Bama, and claim him as one of theirs! Standard procedure for all presidential candidates. But isn’t it becoming a bit of a bore, this discovery of Irish roots? Isn’t a much more interesting story the fact that he comes from Kenya, where the Rift Valley was the birthplace of homo …
