Amidst the chaos of life I have bitten off more than I can chew and so for now I shall stop production of this podcast. Thanks everyone for listening there are plenty of other great podcasts out there to help you seize the day!

We must remember when we overcome disaster when we overcome disease, we have not escaped death but simply the situation we have found ourselves in.

Happy Easter from The Pondering Porch

A little advise on navigation these strange times.

Today we discussed three fragments from the Discourses of Epictetus. We will discuss sorrow, contentment, and the best way to stand up to our enemies.

The time has come for us to be rational not to panic to bear the difficulties of social isolation well without complaints. Do you have the strength to do this?

Join me on the porch as we think about improving our lives this week using a quote from the Stoic philosopher Seneca.

Join me on The front porch as I ponder how to live the Good Life. From ancient Stoicism to modern science, from music to raising children, we will explore what it means to thrive.