In another life I would have been a history teacher. History is frequently badly taught, but if taught well it puts current affairs into context and teaches you about human strengths, weaknesses and motivations. While it might not repeat itself it throws up a host of do’s and don’ts to every government and student. Deeply …
Cadbury the chocolate manufacturer, has found a way to make chocolate that doesn’t melt in hot weather. While standard chocolate starts to melt at 93°F, the new Dairy Milk bars – destined for export – remain solid even in temperatures of 104°F. This news is good for everyone who enjoys the outdoors and has had …
The Pope now has his own personal Twitter account, meant to bring the Vatican closer to its 1.1 billion members. “Dear friends , ” he announced last June,” I just launched News.va. Praise be our Lord Jesus Christ! With my payers and blessings. Benedictus XVI” On World Communications Day last June he encouraged Catholics to …
“Seeking luxuries (extravagant food, excessive drink or sex) creates anxiety in our minds and disturbance in our bodies”. This is an important tenet of Epicureanism. Possessions do not equate to happiness. My wife and I, over lunch today, asked each other what each would like for Christmas. Neither of us could think of a …
The greatest objective in life is happiness, peace of mind and tranquility (ataraxia in Greek), freedom from fear and anxiety. Anxiety is worse than bodily pain. Present suffering soon passes; anxiety lasts a long time. The quality of pleasure is more important than the quantity. Fear causes mental anguish. Epicureanism seeks to reduce, even abolish, fear. …
