The government of Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World has a simple motto: “community, identity, stability.” The motto sounds harmless and maybe even ideal. But, to put it lightly, the actions taken by the state in this novel are less than ideal. This book, written in 1932, provides not only an entertaining read but also plenty…
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3 Laws of Power That Will Make You Less Naive
The 48 Laws of Power from Robert Greene is a classic and bestselling book. But it’s also a little polarizing. For some, it is a necessary read for young people or anyone struggling to understand power. For others, it’s a manual for power-hungry sociopaths. In fact, because of concerns that this book could give dangerous…
Our Misunderstanding of Pleasure and the Epicurean Good Life
As far as ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus would have been concerned, we have a real misunderstanding of pleasure. Dictionary.com provides the following definition for pleasure: Enjoyment or satisfaction derived from what is to one’s liking; gratification; delight. Dictionary.com Dictionary.com provides examples of enjoying food, watching funny shows, having sex, enjoying the company of friends, and…
Are Writers Likely To Be Replaced by ChatGPT?
ChatGPT is an artificial intelligence chatbot from OpenAI that has surprised many of us with its abilities. It can provide information on a wide variety of topics, solve complex math problems, and even write comedy sketches and songs. It does all this quickly, efficiently, and in an adaptable, conversational way. The capabilities of ChatGPT are…
Three Suggestions for Communication Majors
Communication is a great degree for many reasons. The topics covered while studying communication are wide-ranging, meaning you will become familiar with many different careers. Further, skills learned in a communication degree, like public speaking, social media communication, and interpersonal communication, all translate well to almost any job. These are just some of the reasons…
Advice for Staying Composed in College
I’ve done reasonably well in college. I have never failed a course, I’ve gotten along well with all my professors, and I have made Dean’s list a couple of times. But the accomplishment I am most proud of from college has been the extent to which I have maintained decent mental health throughout the exams,…