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  • From Darwin to Humanity: How Evolutionary Insights Can Shape a Better Future

    From Darwin to Humanity: How Evolutionary Insights Can Shape a Better Future

    By Markus Uehleke

    Darwin's theory invites us to reflect on our place in the natural world and our shared ancestry with other living beings. It offers a profound perspective on our origins and the interconnectedness of life. By engaging with the theory of evolution, we gain a stronger sense of our own identity and understanding of our relationship with the vast diversity of life that surrounds us. Read more about it now!
  • Challenging Dogmatism: Exploring the Impact of Cartesian Doubt

    Challenging Dogmatism: Exploring the Impact of Cartesian Doubt

    By Markus Uehleke

    Read more about the philosophical principle of methodological doubt and learn why it is still relevant today.
  • Beyond Good and Evil: Unleashing the Power of Nietzsche's Overman

    Beyond Good and Evil: Unleashing the Power of Nietzsche's Overman

    By Markus Uehleke

    Nietzsche viewed the overman as a higher state of being, where individuals embrace their instincts, desires, and passions to unleash their creativity and power. We try to highlight what Nietzsche specifically meant by this.
  • Plato's Allegory of the Cave: Unveiling the Truth Behind the Shadows

    Plato's Allegory of the Cave: Unveiling the Truth Behind the Shadows

    By Markus Uehleke

    Plato's Allegory of the Cave explores the notion of being trapped in a world of shadows and illusions. It invites us to question our perception of reality and contemplate the existence of ideal forms that transcend the physical realm.
  • Common Misconceptions of Stoicism and Absurdism

    Common Misconceptions of Stoicism and Absurdism

    By Markus Uehleke

    Popular culture often simplifies or distorts philosophical concepts to fit entertainment (e.g. memes) or narrative purposes, potentially leading to misconceptions. We explain the most common misunderstandings.
  • The philosophy of intoxication

    The philosophy of intoxication

    By Markus Uehleke

    Are there any particular insights from drug-induced ecstasy and what did various philosophers think about intoxication?