Relationships
Ancient wisdom and modern research agree that relationships are vital to our well-being. While romance is great, friendship may the most vital of all.
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How to Make “Forever Friends” – According to Aristotle
Most of us want “forever friends” who will fulfil us, but they aren’t that easy to find. Luckily, Aristotle had some insight.
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A Philosopher’s Guide to Lasting Love
The philosopher Erich Fromm has given us a timeless, invaluable guide on how to find “true” love in our lives.
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Charles Darwin and the Pros and Cons of Marriage
Charles Darwin, the father of evolutionary theory, wrote in his notebook some timeless insights about the pros and cons of marriage.
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The Art of the Long-Distance Friendship
A long-distance friendship can be every bit as strong as a nearby one. The most important things endure across time and space.
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The Hedgehog’s Dilemma: 3 Ways to Not Be Lonely
People regret not being closer to their friends. Here are 3 ways to overcome Schopenhauer’s famous Hedgehog Dilemma and find connection.
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The Truth About Soulmates
Since time immemorial people have believed in the idea of finding their other half, but the truth about soulmates is a bit more complex.
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How to Make Old Friends
Is it true that you “can’t make old friends?” I’ve discovered something both surprising and encouraging for making friendships that last.
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4 Reasons to Not Get Married
While no one can tell you who to marry (or whether to get married at all), here are four good reasons why you _shouldn’t_ get married.
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The “Unnecessity” of Friendship
Close, sustaining friendships aren’t just a nice “bonus” in life. They help us reach goals, laugh more, and live longer.
